Archive · 26 Dec 2025
Ancient Durga Sculpture Found in Jhelum River
A fisherman named Nazir Ahmad Latoo found an old stone statue of Goddess Durga in the Jhelum River in Baramulla, Jammu and Kashmir.
He told the police about it on December 25, 2023, and the next day, the police gave it to the people who take care of old things.
The statue is very old, maybe over 1200 years, and shows the Hindu goddess Durga.
The police and experts are working together to protect and learn more about this important piece of history.
This is not the first time such statues have been found in the river, and it shows how rich the history and culture of the area are.
A fisherman named Nazir Ahmad Latoo discovered an ancient stone sculpture of Goddess Durga in the Jhelum River, Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir.
The sculpture was found on December 25, 2023, and reported to the police the following day, who then handed it over to the Archaeology Wing on December 26, 2023.
The sculpture is believed to be over 1200 years old and depicts the Hindu goddess Durga.
Authorities emphasize the importance of safeguarding cultural heritage and urge citizens to report such discoveries.
This discovery is part of a series of similar findings in the region, highlighting Kashmir's rich Hindu cultural and archaeological heritage.
- Who
- Nazir Ahmad Latoo, a fisherman from Shaltang-Zogyar, Baramulla district
- What
- An ancient stone sculpture of Goddess Durga
- When
- December 25, 2023 (discovery), December 26, 2023 (reported and handed over)
- Where
- Jhelum River, Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir
- Why
- The sculpture was discovered while fishing and reported to the authorities for preservation and study.
Cultural Heritage Protection
Archaeological Significance
Preservation Efforts
Cultural Heritage Protection
Authorities emphasize the importance of safeguarding cultural heritage and urge citizens to report such discoveries.
Archaeological Significance
Archaeologists highlight the need for sustained conservation efforts and scholarly research to protect and interpret these artifacts.
- Location
- Jhelum River, Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir
- Discoverer
- Nazir Ahmad Latoo
- Date of Discovery
- December 25, 2023
- Reporting Date
- December 26, 2023
- Sculpture Material
- Stone
- Sculpture Depiction
- Goddess Durga
- Estimated Age
- Over 1200 years old
- Current Custody
- Archaeology Wing, Directorate of Archives, Archaeology & Museums, Jammu and Kashmir
