Srinagar, December 04 (KAT): Police on Thursday found an ancient stone handed to sculpture/ artefact to a team from the Directorate of Archives, Archaeology & Museums, J&K, headed by Dr Javed Ahmad Mattoo.
In a statement issued here to Kashmir Abb Tak The sculpture, believed to depict either Lord Vishnu or Lord Surya, appears to be centuries old and was discovered on the outskirts of Gulmarg during a routine patrol conducted by Police Station Gulmarg.
The artefact, crafted in fine stone, reflects the rich cultural and historical heritage of the region. Police took immediate steps to ensure its safety and preservation under the supervision of SHO PS Gulmarg and coordinated with the Directorate of Archives, Archaeology & Museums for proper documentation and conservation, it reads.
The handover underscores J&K Police’s continued commitment to protecting and preserving Jammu & Kashmir’s archaeological treasures and promoting awareness about the region’s history.(KAT)
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