Archaeological evidence of a 2,500-3,000-year-old civilisation has been discovered in Jharkhand. Ancient statues of Gautam Buddha, Buddhist goddess Tara, Marichi, Avalokiteshvara, Brahma, Vishnu, Mahesh, and Ganesha have also been found in the area. Due to the lack of preservation, many of these artifacts have been lost or stolen. Researchers from India and abroad have since visited Chouparan to study the artifacts. Researchers believe that deciphering these inscriptions could provide crucial insights into the lost civilisation. The proposal has been sent to the ASI’s central office for further excavations and research. The Patna Zone ASI team, led by archaeologist M.G. Nicose, identified a massive mound in Mangarh village as an ancient Buddhist stupa. The mound has been revered by locals as Mata Kamala, who is believed to be the goddess of love.
