3 Days, International Conference on the Decipherment of the Indus Script - ASI, 2025
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Archaeological Survey of India, Ministry of Culture, Government of India, will host an international conference entitled "Decipherment of Indus Script: Current Status and Way Forward." The conference is scheduled to occur from August 20 to 22, 2025, at the Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Institute of Archaeology in Greater Noida.
To participate, registration is required.
Background
Since its discovery in the 1870s, the Indus script has remained one of history’s greatest unsolved mysteries. Etched onto seals, tablets, and pottery from the ancient Harappan civilization, this enigmatic writing system has eluded decipherment for over a century, despite extensive study—including the first official report on excavations at Mohenjo-daro in 1931, which had a section on the ‘Indus Script’. It also listed different symbols and their variants.
This conference will bring together scholars and researchers to share findings, foster collaboration, and advance our understanding of this ancient writing system.
Conference Structure
The conference will feature presentations, available both in-person and virtually, organized into thematic sessions. These presentations will be succeeded by discussions aimed at facilitating the exchange of ideas. To promote thorough discourse, participants are required to submit papers (exclusively on Indus script decipherment) prior to the conference.
Students & Researchers wishing to present papers (only on Indus script decipherment)are required to submit their completed work prior to the conference date.
Event Details
Conference will be held:
Dates: August 20–22, 2025
Venue: Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Institute of Archaeology, Greater Noida
Organizer: Archaeological Survey of India
Objectives
The objectives of the conference include:
Evaluating the current status of research on the Indus script.
Outlining directions for future research.
Identifying potential areas for further investigation and encouraging emerging scholars.
Participation Details
Individuals interested in participating should complete the registration form and submit it to adilipi2025@gmail.com by June 30, 2025.
For further information or queries, contact Prof. Alok Tripathi, Additional Director-General of the Archaeological Survey of India, at adilipi2025@gmail.com
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Disclaimer
The Inarch Center is merely circulating this information as a notification service and is not affiliated with or responsible for organizing this conference. While we strive to provide accurate details, errors may inadvertently occur. Participants are strongly advised to verify all information directly with the official organizing authorities and refer to the authentic source "asi.gov.in" before applying or making any commitments. The Inarch Center shall not be liable for any inaccuracies or consequences arising from reliance on this circulated notice.
