‘4,000-year-old city’: ASI resumes hunt for Dwarka, the city swallowed by the Arabian Sea

Produced by: Manoj Kumar

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Myth Meets Reality

The fabled city of Dwarka, said to be Krishna’s kingdom, may not just be a myth. ASI divers are uncovering 4,000-year-old ruins, possibly proving legends true. Could history and faith finally align?

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Sunken Secrets

After nearly 20 years, archaeologists are back in the Arabian Sea, exploring a lost city swallowed by water. What ancient structures lie beneath the waves, waiting to rewrite history?

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Women Dive Deep

For the first time, a team of women archaeologists joins ASI’s underwater mission. From Aparajita Sharma to Poonam Vind, they’re making history while unearthing it—one dive at a time.

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Krishna’s Legacy

Hindu texts describe Dwarka as a grand city with towering gates. Now, ASI’s new expedition seeks evidence beneath the sea. Could this be the long-lost proof of Krishna’s legendary kingdom?

A PM’s Pilgrimage

Narendra Modi, in a rare move, dived deep to ‘see’ Dwarka’s ruins. His visit wasn’t just spiritual—it reignited global interest in the submerged city’s archaeological significance.

Underwater Mysteries

Dwarka isn’t India’s only sunken site. From Mahabalipuram’s vanished temples to Loktak Lake’s ancient remains, ASI’s underwater team has been mapping secrets hidden for millennia.

Ancient City Blueprint

Unlike chaotic ruins, Dwarka appears meticulously planned. ASI’s past surveys hint at roads and structures beneath the seabed. Was this India’s earliest example of urban planning?

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Lost to Time

According to legends, Dwarka fell after Krishna’s departure, marking the dawn of Kali Yuga. Now, ASI’s findings may reveal whether history aligns with these ancient prophecies.

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Science vs. Myth

Historians and scientists debate whether Dwarka is fact or folklore. With new technology and fresh dives, ASI hopes to settle the mystery: Was this a real city or just a tale of faith?

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