ASI begins excavation of Mrityu Kup in Sambhal

The administration in this Uttar Pradesh district on Thursday commenced the renovation and excavation of the ancient “Mrityu Kup” (well of death) at Kot Purvi, located within the Sambhal Kotwali police station area.

The initiative is part of a broader effort to identify and restore wells that are believed to hold great religious and spiritual significance.

According to locals, the well was abandoned several years ago and filled with debris, which will be cleared.

The well is not only a historic landmark but also a sacred site where devotees believe they can attain salvation by bathing, the locals claim.

The well is deeply-embedded in the region’s spiritual fabric, with locals holding it in high regard for its mythological importance.

“Thursday marks the beginning of the excavation of the Mrityu Kup, a very ancient and revered site. The excavation is being carried out with the cooperation of the Nagar Palika. The well is immensely popular and its renovation will further strengthen our faith. The district administration has been highly supportive in ensuring the development of this important cultural and religious landmark,” the local councillor said.

Sambhal SDM said, accompanied by a team from the ASI, she visited the Bhadrika Ashram Tirtha and Chaturmukh Kup in Hauz Bhadde Sarai. “After further study, the team will determine its age and give recommendations for its preservation,” the SDM said.