1. A Ground-Penetrating Radar survey recently conducted in Puri indicated the presence of buried archaeological remains beneath the sacred city area surrounding the Jagannath Temple complex.
Researchers believe that these underground structures may indicate an ancient settlement or heritage city hidden beneath the streets of present-day Puri.
1. Reports suggest that a tunnel-like structure was identified during this survey, giving rise to speculation that it could be a secret underground passage connected to the sea.
1. According to reports, it is believed that this suspected tunnel may connect the Jagannath Temple area with the coastal region near Puri.
1. Officials stated that these details came to light during the inquiries regarding the excavations being conducted around the Srimandir Parikrama Project in Puri.
During previous excavations, structural remains believed to belong to the historical Ganga dynasty period had already come to light.
Reports state that numerous heritage sites have been botidentified h in the vicinity of significant locations such as the Emar Matha and along the roads leading to the Jagannath Temple.
Experts have called for a thorough archaeological study of the structures in Puri, as they have the potential to radically transform our understanding of Puri's architectural and cultural history.
So far, this discovery has relied solely on geophysical survey evidence; that is, excavation and verification remain the most critical stages.
If confirmed, this secret city and tunnel have the potential to stand as one of the most intriguing heritage discoveries that have come to light in Odisha in recent times.