AGRA, INDIA , February 26, 2016 (Times of India): The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) has begun excavation work at the 2,000-year-old Kushan-era pond which was discovered by an NGO a few years back in Vrindavan. The water body known as Ram Taal is located in Vrindavan’s Sunrakh village. Earlier in January, ASI had written a letter to the NGO, Braj Foundation which has been carrying out restoration work at the site, as well as to its head office to extend expertise to the organization in not only restoring this Kushan-era relic, but also conduct further investigations to locate other such historical sites in the area. Vikrama added that the NGO accepted our proposal subsequently. The official said there was a high probability of making new discoveries at this site.
“The pond could not have existed in solitary, there must be a temple or monastery in its vicinity. But, this can only be proved through further investigations. Although the site is currently not under ASI, given its historical importance, we are ready to make efforts to conserve it,” Vikrama added.