India, March 3 -- A man's social media post describing the "devastating state" of the Andaman islands has sparked widespread discussion online, after he shared visuals allegedly showing garbage piled along roadsides.

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Taking to X, Mohit Mehta posted photos and videos from his recent visit, claiming that the once pristine destination is now struggling with visible waste in several areas. In his caption, he wrote: "Devastating state of Andaman. It's truly heartbreaking to witness this. Almost every roadside is piled with garbage. I'm visiting after four years, and the condition of the islands this time is deeply disheartening. A place known for its pristin...