Virasat – The History Club of St. Columba’s School had the privilege of hosting Ms. Tiya Chatterji, a renowned marine archaeologist, author, and entrepreneur, on 18^th November, 2025 for an enriching interactive session with our students.

Ms. Chatterji, whose work spans underwater archaeology, maritime heritage, and creative research, captivated the audience with stories drawn from her expeditions, discoveries, and scholarly experiences. She has authored three books, including Underwater Archaeology in India: The Lost Enigma and Horrors of the Sea, and co-authored a volume on space warfare with Paul Szymanski. As the founder of Archaic Minds, she leads innovative work at the intersection of academic research, heritage communication, and documentary production.

During the session, Ms. Tiya introduced students to the fascinating world beneath the oceans—shipwrecks, submerged civilizations, and the science behind maritime excavations. She also shared insights from her tenure with the Indian Naval History Division, where she contributed to a decade-long historical documentation project, and spoke about her ongoing collaborations with the Indian Armed Forces on maritime heritage and strategic culture.

The students were thoroughly engaged, asking thoughtful questions and expressing great curiosity about the field. Ms. Chatterji’s clarity, passion and immersive storytelling left a deep impression on our young historians and explorers.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ms. Tiya Chatterji for inspiring the members of Virasat and opening their minds to a world of history hidden beneath the waves.