Nagaland’s rhododendron tree impressed Anand Mahindra: ‘It’s worth a visit’

Anand Mahindra took to X to share about a tree in Nagaland that has left him impressed. Not only that, but he also expressed his desire to visit the state just to view this particular tree.
While resharing a post from X handle “Explore_Nagaland”, the 69-year-old industrialist wrote, “Incredible beauty. Just waiting for us to discover it.”
He also asked about the flowering season of the tree and said, “It’s worth a visit to view just this tree….”
The original post reveals intriguing details about the tree. According to the post, the tree stands 109ft high at Mt Japfu peak near Kohima, the capital of Nagaland. It further revealed that the tree is the “tallest rhododendron tree in the world” and is a Guinness World Record holder.
The post, since being shared on May 8, has garnered over one lakh views and the numbers are still increasing. The share has also received numerous likes and comments.
“This looks pretty,” posted an individual.
Another added, “Looks breathtaking and surreal.”
“Truly serene,” expressed a third.
A fourth commented, “Rhododendron flowers. Late spring is the full bloom season.”
“On my bucket list. Also, the Nagaland Hornbill Festival,” said a fifth.
A sixth joined, “Not only the bloom, the juice of the flower is incredibly healthy and delicious.”
Anand Mahindra is the third-generation scion of the Mahindra clan and chairs the Mahindra & Mahindra conglomerate, which is estimated at $21 billion. According to Forbes, the industrialist’s net worth is $3.1 billion.