Vedic Saraswati Civilization Takes Centre Stage in Delhi

GG News Bureau
New Delhi, 22nd March: A lecture on “Vedic Civilization along the Saraswati River: History, Culture and Archaeology” was successfully held in the national capital as part of the ‘Naamoolam Likhyate Kinchit’ lecture series.

The event was organised at Keshav Kunj, Jhandewalan, by the Akhil Bharatiya Itihas Sankalan Yojana in association with Madhav Sanskriti Nyas.

The third session of the lecture series featured Dr. Shubham Kevaliya, Assistant Professor at Shaheed Bhagat Singh College, University of Delhi, as the keynote speaker. He presented a detailed research-based address on the historical and cultural significance of the Saraswati river in Vedic civilisation.

   Dr. Kevaliya highlighted that Vedic culture was not only ancient but also existed parallel to the Harappan civilisation. He cited scientific tools such as satellite imaging and GPS data to support the existence and drying of the Saraswati river around 2500–3000 BCE.

Referring to textual and archaeological evidence, he pointed to references in the Rigveda and Mahabharata, as well as findings such as fire altars, horse remains, chariots, and artefacts from sites like Rakhigarhi and Sinauli, to argue for the continuity between Vedic and Harappan traditions.

He also challenged prevailing historical interpretations, stating that newer genetic and archaeological studies question the Aryan migration theory.

The event was attended by senior scholars including Dr. Balamukund Pandey, National Organising Secretary of the organisation, who in his address said that colonial-era narratives had influenced interpretations of Indian history and emphasised the need for indigenous perspectives.

The programme was chaired by Prof. Dharmachand Chaubey, with participation from several academicians, researchers and over 100 attendees.

Organisers said the lecture series aims to encourage research-driven discussions on Indian history, culture and civilisation.