Incomparably beautiful in appearance, but a scary island full of mystery, where you will die as soon as you step on it.

Blue sea, white sand, and natural beauty all around… It is everyone’s dream to visit Andaman and Nicobar Islands. But do you know that amidst this beauty of Andaman, there is a place where leave alone trying to go near it, you can be jailed for even stepping there? We are talking about North Sentinel Island. This is a restricted area of ​​India, and making the mistake of going there can result in heavy fines and legal trouble. So let us know why this island is considered one of the most dangerous places in the world and why tourists are completely prohibited from coming here.

It is important for adventure lovers to understand that the beauty of this island is not allowed to be seen even from a distance. The Government of India has sealed the entire area under the ‘Andaman and Nicobar (Protection of Tribal Tribes) Regulation, 1956’. The rules are so strict that even going within a 9 km radius of the island is completely prohibited. The Indian Navy and Coast Guard are responsible for monitoring this security zone, and stand guard around the clock. If someone tries to cross this limit out of adventure or by mistake, he is immediately arrested. Entering here without permission not only puts your life in danger, but you can also face heavy fines and strict legal action.

The ban on visiting the island is not just for legal reasons; This is also a matter of your safety. North Sentinel Island is home to the Sentinelese tribe, which has been completely isolated from the outside world for thousands of years. These people do not tolerate any interference from outsiders. History is witness to the fact that whenever anyone has tried to set foot on this island, these tribals have launched a deadly attack with arrows and spears. Going there is like inviting death. Also read: Snowfall in the mountains, trains and flights disrupted, do not let your 26 January journey turn into a disaster.

Why is this restriction necessary?

This restriction is not only to save your life, but also to protect the existence of these tribal people. The Sentinelese tribe does not have immunity against modern diseases (such as the common cold or fever). Even a small human disease can wipe out an entire tribe. Therefore, the government maintains a cordon around this island for the safety of these people.