PM Awas Yojana dig unearths 1100-year-old Shiva-Parvati idol in Hazaribagh

• An 1100-year-old idol was discovered in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, during excavation for a PM Awas Yojana house.
• Archaeologists identified the idol as a joint Shiva-Parvati (Uma-Maheshwar) sculpture from the Pal dynasty, dating back to the 9th or 10th century.
• The discovery has caused excitement, with locals beginning worship and calling for a temple to be built.
• The Hazaribagh region is historically rich, with previous findings of ancient artifacts and Buddha idols.
• There is a call for the government and archaeological department to investigate further to uncover more historical heritage.

Why It Matters: Hazaribagh's 1100-year-old idol find highlights region's deep historical significance.