<p>The graveyard - which is located near Chikkapet on the outskirts of Bidanur and where members of the erstwhile Keladi royal family are buried - has ten tombs.<br /><br />The treasure hunters are said to have performed a black magic ritual before digging the tomb. A broken earthen pot, lemon and cucumber were found scattered around the tomb.<br /><br />The residents of Bidanur have expressed displeasure over the neglect of the administration towards the historical graveyard. They have urged the archaeology department to take steps to protect the tombs.</p>
<p>The graveyard - which is located near Chikkapet on the outskirts of Bidanur and where members of the erstwhile Keladi royal family are buried - has ten tombs.<br /><br />The treasure hunters are said to have performed a black magic ritual before digging the tomb. A broken earthen pot, lemon and cucumber were found scattered around the tomb.<br /><br />The residents of Bidanur have expressed displeasure over the neglect of the administration towards the historical graveyard. They have urged the archaeology department to take steps to protect the tombs.</p>
