400-Year-Old Idols Found in Haryana: A Glimpse into the Past
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Discovery of 400-year-old metal idols in Haryana |
| Location | Baghanki village near Manesar, Haryana |
| Number of Idols Found | Three |
| Idols Identified | Lord Vishnu, Goddess Lakshmi, and a joint idol of Goddess Laxmi and Vishnu |
| Action Taken | Seizure of idols by police, halt to construction activities |
| Future Action | Further excavation by the Archeology Department |
| Archaeological Sites in Haryana | Bhirrana, Banawali, Rakhigarhi |
| Bhirrana | Fatehabad District, dates back to 7570-7180 BCE |
| Banawali | Indus Valley Civilization site in Fatehabad district |
| Rakhigarhi | Largest Harappan site in Hisar District |