Archaeological fieldwork at the newly identified site of Karanpura East in Rajasthan has yielded a cache of Harappan steatite seals featuring distinct maritime motifs. Unlike the standard animal icons, these seals depict large oared vessels and what appear to be coastal landmarks. Experts believe these artifacts serve as proof of a sophisticated logistical network connecting inland industrial centers to the bustling ports of the Indus Valley civilization and beyond.
The excavation also uncovered several Meluhhan-style copper ingots and Mesopotamian bitumen residues, reinforcing the theory of extensive trans-oceanic trade. This site appears to have functioned as a strategic sorting and administrative hub where goods from the Aravalli hills were processed and certified with official seals before being transported to the coast for export.