10-year findings at Chanheen Jo Daro unveiled
Artifacts excavated at the Chanhu Daro archaeological site are put on display. PHOTO: EXPRESS
Pakistani and French experts at Chanheen Jo Daro on Wednesday shared the results of 10 years of archaeological excavations the ancient Indus Valley Civilization site near Nawabshah.
A special ceremony was organsied for this purpose at Quaid-e-Awam University of Engineering, Science and Technology Nawabshah.
Archaeologist Dr Arora Dodière and other French experts briefed participants about the ancient artifacts, pottery, ornaments, tools, and everyday objects unearthed during the excavations. They explained that these findings provide significant insight into the social, cultural, and economic aspects of the ancient Sindh civilization. The experts also presented visual and documentary material showing various excavation stages, ancient settlement structures, and new research findings.
Sindh Minister for Health and Population Welfare Dr Azra Fazal Pechuho said that Chanheen Jo Daro is a valuable heritage site representing the glorious Indus Valley Civilization and its rich cultural legacy. Minister appreciated the ongoing archaeological collaboration between Pakistan and France, noting that such joint projects help promote Pakistan's cultural identity on global level.
Dr Pechuho further remarked that evidence from the excavations suggests Chanheen Jo Daro may be even older than Mohenjo Daro, underscoring the historic importance of Shaheed Benazirabad District.