Srinagar, Aug. 3 -- An ancient Shivling was recovered from the Jhelum River near the Army camp at Khanpora, Baramulla, during sand extraction by the local labourers, according to an official release from the Department of Information and Public Relations (DIPR) on Sunday.

The Jammu and Kashmir Department of Archives, Archaeology and Museums announced the discovery of the ancient Shivling, expertly carved from stone, measuring 137 cm in length and 160 cm in width.

Dating back to approximately the 10th century AD, this artefact was recovered from the Jhelum River near the Army camp at Khanpora, Baramulla, during sand extraction by the local labourers, it said.

This significant find sheds light on the region's rich cultural heritage and h...