The theoretical component of the programme will be held in the first week of July at the Pandit Deen Dayal Upadhyay Institute of Archaeology in Greater Noida.Following the recent revival of the UAW, the ASI is focused on training the next generation of archaeologists in underwater exploration techniques. In his letter, Professor Tripathi emphasised the goal of strengthening India’s underwater archaeological capabilities. The first batch of trainees completed the programme in March.Those who complete the upcoming training may be involved in ongoing research at key submerged sites along the Gujarat coast, including the ancient sites of Dwarka and Beyt Dwarka—locations associated with Lord Krishna, now lying beneath the sea.In his letter, Professor Tripathi said that with the initiative, the ASI aims “to build capacity in the field of underwater [archaeology] and strengthen underwater activities in India.”The Wing was established in 2001 and, since then, it has conducted explorations at at least 11 sites in the Arabian Sea, Indian Ocean, Bay of Bengal, Ariyankuppam river, and Loktak Lake in Manipur. The division had remained non-operational for a long period.
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