{"id":9961,"date":"2026-01-19T18:17:30","date_gmt":"2026-01-19T18:17:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kashmirthunder.in\/?p=9961"},"modified":"2026-01-19T18:17:30","modified_gmt":"2026-01-19T18:17:30","slug":"three-ancient-fossil-sites-in-anantnag-to-be-preserved-for-research-geo-tourism-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kashmirthunder.in\/index.php\/2026\/01\/19\/three-ancient-fossil-sites-in-anantnag-to-be-preserved-for-research-geo-tourism-growth\/","title":{"rendered":"Three ancient fossil sites in Anantnag to be preserved for research, geo-tourism growth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Authorities collaborate with GSI to protect 260-million-year-old fossils in south Kashmir<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Anantnag, Jan 19: Hidden traces of ancient life in Anantnag\u2019s forests are being brought under protection, as authorities begin preservation of three fossil sites to support scientific research and promote geo-tourism in south Kashmir, officials said on Monday.<\/p>\n<p>An official told the news agency\u2014Kashmir News Observer (KNO) that to conserve geological heritage, the J&amp;K Forest Department, Anantnag Division, in collaboration with the Geological Survey of India (GSI), is developing and preserving three fossil sites in south Kashmir\u2019s Anantnag district for research and tourism purposes.<\/p>\n<p>He said that two of the identified fossil sites\u2014Halsidar and Saskhudan Kapran\u2014fall under the Forest Range Verinag. \u201cThese sites have been scientifically identified by the Geological Survey of India and hold immense importance for geological research,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>The official further said that the Geological Survey of India has also identified a 260-million-year-old fossil geo-site at Maswati Narsanger in the Laroo area of the Kokernag forest range.<\/p>\n<p>The development and conservation of these fossil sites are being undertaken by the J&amp;K Forest Department, Anantnag Division, with technical support from the Geological Survey of India.<\/p>\n<p>The initiative, the official said, is aimed at protecting rare fossil wealth, promoting scientific research, and boosting geo-tourism, while creating awareness about Kashmir\u2019s rich geological past.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking to KNO, Yasir Amin, Range Officer Verinag, said the two fossil sites located in the Verinag range have already been preserved as they lie within forest areas. \u201cFencing, signboards, and Dos and Don\u2019ts have been installed at these sites,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>He said the preservation efforts will facilitate research activities. \u201cStudents and researchers can visit these sites, as fossil specimens are available there,\u201d he added. 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