अक्सर पूछे जाने वाले प्रश्न (FAQs)
How old are the plant fossils in Mandla Fossil National Park?
The fossils date back approximately 65 million years to the transition period between the Cretaceous and Tertiary eras (K-T boundary).
How was wood turned into stone at Ghughua?
Volcanic ash from the Deccan Trap eruptions rapidly buried ancient forests; silica-rich groundwaters gradually replaced organic plant cells with quartz and silica over millions of years.
Can visitors take fossil pieces as souvenirs?
No, removing any fossil or stone from the national park is strictly illegal and subject to severe prosecution under Indian heritage laws.
How far is the park from Jabalpur?
Mandla Plant Fossils National Park is located 85 km east of Jabalpur, reachable in about 2 hours via NH-45.