Mysuru, June 16 -- The receding waters of the Kabini reservoir have once again brought to the surface remnants of ancient temples and cultural heritage sites that have remained submerged for decades.

With water levels dropping sharply, stone structures, temple ruins and sculptures have emerged from the backwaters, offering a rare glimpse into the region's forgotten past.

Among the remains now visible are weathered inscriptions, idols of Basavanna, Lingas and Vinayaka, along with traces of shrines and intricate carvings linked to the erstwhile Beechanahalli village, which was submerged following the construction of the Kabini Dam.

One of the most prominent structures to reappear is the shrine of Mankalamma Devi. Also drawing attention i...