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Surangana Datta

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I'm an archaeology postgraduate documenting heritage, temples, sculptures, and excavated sites.

India

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to build practical experience in field archaeology, archaeological documentation, art and architecture, heritage preservation, and museum curation while continuing to develop my research and excavation skills.

I'm completing an MA in AIHC and Archaeology at Deccan College, where I've trained in site exploration, excavation, documentation, ceramic studies, mapping, data analysis, and the study of Buddhist cave sites.

I've documented Jain sculptures and art across museums in Maharashtra and Karnataka during a 120-hour internship with the Bhagwan Shitalnath Chair for Jain Art and Archaeology. I also contributed to documentation of structures and antiquities at Rajgad Fort for the Maratha Military Architecture serial nomination.

My research includes the visual manifestation of Kṛṣṇa-Kāli in Bengal and the art and architecture of the Damodar and Sridharlal temples of Joypur. Through ethnography, fieldwork, temple documentation, and excavation training at Elephanta Island, I've built practical skills in iconography, referencing, and heritage research.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Excavation Training Participant

Deccan College PGRI

Jan 2026 - Feb 2026 (1 month)

Participated in excavation training at Elephanta Island, Maharashtra, under the supervision of Dr. Abhijit Dandekar. Gained practical experience in archaeological excavation techniques.

Excavation Practices Field Archaeology Archaeological Techniques

Dissertation Researcher

Deccan College PGRI

Completed a dissertation on the art and architecture of Damodar and Sridharlal Temple in Joypur, West Bengal. Involved detailed temple documentation, architecture, and iconography study.

Temple Architecture Iconography Documentation Research

Research Project Student

Deccan College PGRI

Completed a research project on the visual manifestation of Krishna-Kali in Bengal, involving ethnography, folk literature research, and iconographic study of temples. Developed skills in fieldwork, iconography, and ethnoarchaeology.

Ethnographic Studies Iconography Research Referencing Fieldwork

Research Project Contributor

Deccan College PGRI

Contributed to the serial nomination of Maratha Military Architecture in Maharashtra for UNESCO World Heritage. Participated in awareness programs, signature campaigns, and documentation of structures at Rajgad Fort excavation.

Documentation Heritage Preservation UNESCO Nomination Fieldwork

Internship at Bhagwan Shitalnath Chair

Deccan College PGRI

Completed a 120-hour internship documenting Jain remains, including sculptures and art, in museums of Maharashtra and Karnataka. Enhanced skills in documentation, referencing, and knowledge of Jain art and iconography.

Documentation Referencing Jain Art Iconography Museum Studies

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Deccan College Post Graduate and Research Institute

Master of Arts, AIHC and Archaeology

2024 -

Pursuing MA in AIHC and Archaeology, currently in the final semester with training in field exploration, excavation techniques, documentation, and art and architecture.