Deeg, Rajasthan: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has unearthed evidence of a 2,000-year-old civilisation at Bahaj village in Rajasthan’s Deeg district, marking the state’s largest excavation since the Kalibangan site.

The discoveries include remains of an extinct river, traces of early urban settlements, and artefacts linked to the Ochre Coloured Pottery (OCP) and Painted Grey Ware cultures. Among the notable finds are ancient tools, ornaments, rare clay sealings, and structural remains of brick houses.

Located around 50 km from Mathura, Bahaj village is now believed to have been a significant cultural and trade centre in ancient times. The ASI has submitted its preliminary report to the Ministry of Culture, which will soon decide on measures for preserving and further studying the site.