The volcano erupted with a deafening sound on October 2, the official said.
The eruption was reported at Jarwa Creek, Baratang, on October 2.
A senior police officer said, "We received information at around 1.30 pm on Thursday (October 2) about a violent eruption of a mud volcano at Jarwa Creek, Baratang. Such a big eruption was last reported in 2005. The eruption was followed by a deafening sound like an explosion. On receiving the information, local police officers, along with forest officials, visited the spot."
Officials explained that the mud volcano is formed by gases deep underground, created by decaying organic matter. These gases push mud and gas upwards, forming bubbles and craters. "The mud volcano here is formed by gases deep inside the earth from decaying organic matter. It pushes the mud and gas to the surface, which creates bubbles and craters. It is one of the must-visit spots in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands," an official said.
