# EP 16: The secrets of the Indus Valley Script| In discussion with Dr Brishti Guha

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Published: 2025-06-13T05:20:07+00:00
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In this latest episode of Immortal India with Amish, Amish Tripathi is in discussion with Dr. Brishti Guha, Associate Professor of Economics at the Centre for International Trade and Development, Jawaharlal Nehru University. In this fascinating conversation, Dr. Guha and Amish explore the enigmatic Indus Valley script—one of the world’s oldest undeciphered writing systems. They discuss the groundbreaking work of Dr. Bharath Rao, who approached the Indus script as a mathematical puzzle, using advanced techniques to propose a decipherment. Highlights of this episode: The story behind the Indus script and why it has puzzled scholars for decades Dr. Rao’s innovative methodology for decipherment. The significance of these findings for Indian history, culture, and the ongoing debate about the origins of Sanskrit How the decipherment suggests a remarkable continuity between the Harappan civilization and later Indian traditions Join us as we unravel the secrets of the Indus Valley, question established historical narratives, and discover what these ancient symbols reveal about India’s cultural and linguistic heritage. Subscribe for more episodes that delve into India’s rich history, legends, and living traditions! #ImmortalIndiaWithAmish #IndusValley #Sanskrit #AncientIndia #BrishtiGuha #AmishTripathi #IndianHistory Follow Amish Tripathi: Instagram: @authoramish Facebook: @authoramish X/Twitter: @authoramish

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