Archive · 21 Jan 2026
Archaeological Excavation in Lakkundi Uncovers Ancient Artifacts
Archaeologists are digging in the old town of Lakkundi and have found some really old things like a special stone, pieces of pottery, and bones.
They are being very careful to document everything they find.
This helps them understand how people lived a long time ago.
The dig is still going on, and they expect to find more interesting things.
Archaeological excavation in Lakkundi, Gadag district, entered its sixth day.
Artifacts found include a Naga stone, bone fragments, broken pottery, a terracotta disc, and a red bead.
A team of 36 workers is systematically excavating and documenting the finds.
The excavation aims to establish the chronology and cultural context of the ancient settlement.
Further discoveries are expected as the excavation and analysis continue.
- Who
- Archaeological team of 36 workers
- What
- Excavation uncovering ancient artifacts
- When
- Ongoing, entered sixth day on Wednesday
- Where
- Lakkundi, Gadag district
- Why
- To establish chronology and cultural context of the ancient settlement
- Location
- Lakkundi, Gadag district
- Excavation Duration
- 6 days (ongoing)
- Artifacts Found
- Naga stone, bone fragments, broken pottery, terracotta disc, red bead
- Workers Involved
- 36
- Purpose
- Documentation and preservation of historical finds