$1 Million Reward Offered to Decipher Indus Valley Script

The Indian state of Tamil Nadu has announced a $1 million reward for anyone who can successfully decipher the ancient Indus Valley script, left behind by the Indus Valley Civilization over 5,000 years ago. This script, which consists of a series of symbols found on approximately 4,000 artifacts, including seals and pottery, has baffled researchers for over a century due to the absence of a bilingual artifact that could aid in its translation, akin to the Rosetta Stone. Chief Minister M.K. Stalin emphasized that the writing system remains a mystery despite numerous efforts by archaeologists and linguists. The civilization itself thrived in the fertile plains of the Indus River but mysteriously declined, leaving behind this enigmatic script without clear understanding of its meaning. Previous studies have suggested potential cultural connections with other regions, yet a definitive breakthrough remains elusive. The initiative aims to ignite interest and research into this significant aspect of ancient history.