SaralnamaThe Pakur Forest Department team found ancient fossils in Littipara block, Pakur district, Jharkhand. The team, led by DFO Saurabh Chandra, surveyed near Chitlo. They discovered fossils scattered on the ground, estimated to be millions of years old. Forest officer Ramchandra Paswan sent photos and videos to GSI scientist Saurabh Pal, who confirmed their significance. The department has started preserving these fossils. Similar discoveries were made earlier in Sonajori and Barmasia villages. The team is now working to determine the exact age of the fossils. Researchers will study these fossils to learn more about the region's ancient past. To see the fossils, visit the Pakur Forest Department office. (Updated 18 Oct 2025, 13:38 IST; source: link)
Key Points
- The Pakur Forest Department team found ancient fossils in Littipara block, Pakur district, Jharkhand
- The team, led by DFO Saurabh Chandra, surveyed near Chitlo
- They discovered fossils scattered on the ground, estimated to be millions of years old