Ethiopian volcanic ash reaches India: What it is, how it travelled, and the cities impacted

An ash cloud from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano has reached parts of India, impacting Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Delhi, Haryana, and Punjab. Travelling at high altitudes, the plume carries volcanic ash and sulphur dioxide, potentially darkening skies and causing flight disruptions. Aviation authorities have issued warnings, leading to some flight cancellations.