Old Roots Found in New Era

Time has always been ceaseless, the only thing it leaves behind is traces of the past that has lived its duration in the universe. Several life forms have made their journey’s in the face of the Earth while some have made their stay longer and worthwhile, while others perished unable to adapt to the changes and evolution. Studying the time through theses life forms at different era had made some important discoveries possible.

A tree fossil was discovered in Kharapathar area of Shimla district, which is appeared to be at least millions of years old. The fossil is thought be around the time of Mesozoic Geological Era which is believed to be 66-250 million years ago, according to Harish Chauhan, curator State Museum. The fossil was initially found by Rohru’s Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) Chandulal Tahsildar during a site visit in the particular area examining the complaints of illegal filling. The area is said to be prone to several landslides, which may have been the cause to bring the fossil out on the surface.

The tree stumps of the fossil are around 11X8 feet and elliptical; and old enough, similar to the ancient fossils of the first ever organisms that exhibited movement were discovered in this year’s February. However, despite being uncommon in the Shiwalik range, similar fossils were also found in Spiti. According to reports, the department of Language Art and Culture of Himachal Pradesh is aiming to preserve it for the time being.

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