Ever Been To India's Largest Salt Lake? This Aerial Video Shows The Lake With Pink & Brown Hues
Union Railways Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw recently posted an impressive aerial video of a train gracefully traversing Rajasthan's Sambhar Lake. A sequence of alternating rectangular patches displaying shades of red, orange, yellow, and brown can be seen, which represent the actual process of salt harvesting. Picturesque indeed.
The Union Railways Minister, Ashwini Vaishnaw, not only keeps his followers informed about the latest developments within the railway sector in India, but also frequently shares captivating images and videos showcasing various railway stations and trains throughout India.
This Wednesday, he posted on X (previously Twitter) an impressive aerial video of a train gracefully traversing Rajasthan's Sambhar Lake.
Pink, red and brown hues of salt
The footage, credited to travel photographer Raj Mohan (as indicated by the watermark on the clip), is truly mesmerising.
The video has already amassed 194.3k views and 11,000 likes in less than 24 hours.
Scenic rail journey over India's largest inland salt lake.
¡ª Ashwini Vaishnaw (@AshwiniVaishnaw) February 14, 2024
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The upper portion of the video showcases the majestic Sambhar Lake.
However, the more captivating sight lies beneath ¨C a sequence of alternating rectangular patches displaying shades of red, orange, yellow, and brown.
These patches represent the actual process of salt harvesting.
Credit: X
During this harvesting process, the middle layer of salt adopts a pinkish hue, serving not only as a seasoning but also for blessings and medicinal purposes. The bottom layer, harvested only at the season's conclusion, takes on a brown color.
"Picturesque and serene," one commented. Another agreed, saying, "Great view sir."
However, others were quick to point out the pathetic condition of trains, and the long delays.
Pink flamingos & other migratory birds at Sambhar
Sambhar Salt Lake, India's largest saline lake, is the primary contributor to Rajasthan's salt production, annually yielding a substantial 196,000 tonnes of pure salt. This constitutes approximately 9% of India's overall salt production.
Recognised as a Ramsar site, the lake holds international importance, specifically as a vital wintering habitat for tens of thousands of pink flamingos and other migratory birds from northern Asia and Siberia.
PTI
The union of natural beauty and industrial significance makes Sambhar Salt Lake a noteworthy and multifaceted destination in India.
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