Fri. Nov 8th, 2024

  • Geological Survey of India (GSI) discovered a “Natural Arch” in Odisha’s Sundergarh Forest Division.
  • This natural arch originated approximately 184 million years ago during the Lower to Middle Jurassic period.
  • This oval shaped arch has a base length of 30 meters and a height of 12 metres.
  • The maximum height and width of the natural arch are 7 meters and 15 meters respectively.

Geo-Heritage Sites

  • Geo-Heritage Sites (GHS) have rare and exceptional geological, geomorphological, mineralogical, petrological and paleontological features.
  • Landmarks may include natural rock formations, caves, and other significant geological formations.
  • GSI plays a key role in identification, declaration and protection of GHS in collaboration with State Governments.

Geological Survey of India (GSI)

  • It is a scientific agency of India.
  • Its parent organization is the Ministry of Mines with Pralhad Joshi as its Union Minister.
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