India's Unique Mud Volcano Awakens: A Rare Natural Phenomenon at Baratang
Dormant for over twenty years, India's sole mud volcano in Baratang, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, erupted with a loud explosion on October 2, turning it into a must-see tourist spot. The active volcanic site has created a 3-4 meter-tall mound, prompting safety measures and the closure of tourist pathways.
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After lying dormant for more than two decades, India's only mud volcano, situated at Baratang in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands, has spectacularly erupted once again. The volcano burst into activity with a thunderous noise on October 2, as confirmed by local officials.
The mud volcano's eruption has transformed the landscape with gases deep within the Earth, from decaying organic material, forcing mud and vapors to the surface, shaping small craters and bubbles. This natural wonder has long been a major draw for visitors to the region, now more so with its recent activity.
In response to the eruption, safety measures have been heightened; tourist access has been suspended, and the forest department has closed approach routes. The resurgence of this site adds to Andaman's geological intrigue, alongside recent minor eruptions at Barren Island.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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