An important historical discovery has been made in the village of Bahaj, located in the Deeg tehsil of Bharatpur district, Rajasthan, through excavations conducted by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI). The excavations have unearthed several significant artifacts related to the Mahabharata, Mauryan, and Shunga periods, including pottery, metal weapons, ancient sculptures, and a human skeleton. This discovery points towards the historical richness and the presence of an ancient civilization in the region.
The archaeological department has sent the human skeleton to Israel for scientific analysis, while the other artifacts are being examined in a laboratory in Jaipur. Some of the artifacts have been put on display at the Deeg Jal Mahal Museum. Experts believe that Bahaj village was an important cultural center from the Mahabharata period to the Mauryan and Shunga eras. The excavation is still ongoing, and archaeologists expect to find more important historical information from this site.
Archaeological Department Engaged in Scientific Investigation
A significant historical discovery has emerged from Bahaj village in Bharatpur district, Rajasthan. Archaeological excavations, which commenced in January 2025 after receiving permission from the central government, have revealed important artifacts related to the Mahabharata, Mauryan, and Shunga periods. According to the Rajasthan State Archaeological Department, ancient pottery, metal weapons, religious sculptures, and a human skeleton were recovered during the excavation, suggesting the area was a center of an ancient civilization.
Dr. Vinay Gupta, the Director of the Archaeological Department, stated that some sculptures and evidence have been sent to Jaipur for study, while others have been displayed at the Deeg Jal Mahal Museum. The human skeleton found during the excavation has been sent to Israel for scientific analysis to accurately determine its age and the timeframe of the civilization. Bahaj village is located near the Mathura border of Uttar Pradesh and is part of the Braj 84 Kos Parikrama, which is associated with the leelas of Lord Krishna. Experts hope that this excavation will play a significant role in unveiling the historical layers of the region.
