Archive · 12 Aug 2025
Dharmasthala Probe: SIT Uses GPR Technology for Site Scan
The investigation into the alleged secret burials in Dharmasthala is using a special radar to look underground.
A team, led by Pranab Mohanty, is using a drone with radar to scan a specific location.
This radar can see what's buried beneath the surface.
The person who reported the issue and their lawyer are also there to watch the process, to ensure everything is done fairly.
Investigators hope this scan will help find important evidence.
SIT is using GPR technology at 'spot number 13' in Dharmasthala.
A high-capacity drone with radar imaging is being used to scan the location.
SIT chief Pranab Mohanty is leading the site examination.
The complainant and legal counsel are present to ensure transparency.
Investigators believe the radar scan could provide significant leads.
- Who
- SIT, led by Pranab Mohanty, with the complainant and legal counsel present.
- What
- SIT is using GPR technology to scan a site related to alleged burials.
- When
- The site examination is ongoing.
- Where
- Dharmasthala, Dakshina Kannada district, at 'spot number 13'.
- Why
- To uncover crucial evidence related to the case.
Focus of Investigation
Government Response
Investigation Goal
Focus of Investigation
Investigating alleged secret burials
Government Response
Searching for facts to reveal the truth
- Investigation Focus
- Alleged Mass Secret Burials
- Technology Used
- Ground-Penetrating Radar (GPR)
- Lead Investigator
- Pranab Mohanty
- Location
- Dharmasthala, 'spot number 13'
- Key Action
- Site scan using GPR technology
- Involvement
- Complainant and lawyer present
Sources
Family Urges SIT Probing Dharmasthala Secret Burials to Reopen 1986 Padmalatha Murder Case
SIT begins Ground Penetrating Radar inspections in Dharmasthala mass burial case
Dharmasthala mass burial: SIT begins Ground Penetrating Radar inspections
SIT Uses Ground Penetrating Radar to Investigate Secret Burials in Dharmasthala
NHRC to Probe Secret Burial Claims in Dharmasthala
Dharmasthala mass grave probe: SIT to excavate 13th site using drone-mounted GPR; NHRC on ground
BJP demands statement by K'taka Home Minister on Dharmasthala murders to end rumours
NHRC launches probe into Dharmasthala mass burial allegations
NHRC probes Dharmasthala burial allegations, collects records and witness accounts
