1913 British Coins Unearthed During Muraina Highway Construction

Workers on the Green Field Highway project in Muraina, Madhya Pradesh, discovered a cache of silver coins during routine excavation work. The coins, dated 1913, feature the portrait of King George V and the inscription 'ONE RUPEE INDIA'. The find has attracted the attention of local authorities, who have ordered a formal investigation and the secure storage of the artifacts. The discovery provides a rare glimpse into the colonial era monetary system and highlights the historical layers beneath the region's modern infrastructure. Officials have assured that the coins will be preserved for future study and public display.