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ASI Launches Next Round Of Underwater Expedition In Dwarka To Uncover Submerged Remains Of Lord Krishna’s Ancient City
The team of Explorers off the coast of Gujarat (File Photo)
In a renewed effort to uncover the ancient past of Dwarka and Bet Dwarka, the Underwater Archaeology Wing (UAW) of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has launched the next round of onshore and offshore expedition in Gujarat’s coastal region, reported The New Indian Express.
Led by ASI Additional Director-General (ADG) Professor Alok Tripathi, this fieldwork follows a preliminary study conducted last month and aims to expand archaeological research in the Okhamandal region.
The ASI teams are conducting archaeological explorations, identifying potential sites, and deploying scientific methods, including diving operations, to locate and document submerged remains.
The study involves surveying new potential sites in and around Dwarka and Bet Dwarka, exploring submerged structures, and documenting findings for further scientific research.
Officials highlighted the historical and cultural significance of Dwarka, often described in ancient literature as the city of Lord Krishna, which is believed to have submerged beneath the sea.
Previous excavations at Dwarka’s Dwarkadhish Temple were limited due to space constraints, but they revealed evidence of ancient settlements, suggesting continuous human habitation in the region.
The latest expedition gains special significance as it follows Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s scuba diving visit in February 2023 to pay respects at the submerged remains of ancient Dwarka.
Since 2001, the ASI’s Underwater Archaeology Wing has conducted explorations at multiple locations, including Bangaram Island (Lakshadweep), Mahabalipuram (Tamil Nadu), Loktak Lake (Manipur), and Elephanta Island (Maharashtra)
