In 'The Dig: Keeladi and the Politics of India's Past', debut author Sowmiya Ashok tackles the charged debate over India's origins through the lens of one of its most controversial archaeological sites.

Published by Hachette India under its 'John Murray' imprint, the book is slated for release on December 23 and promises to explore the intersection of politics, science, and history.

Keeladi's excavation site has ignited discussions on India's urban heritage, with Ashok's narrative providing a witty yet thoughtful examination of how this discovery resonates with Tamil identity amidst political tensions.

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