(Dunya News) – A bizarre traditional ritual in an Indian village has left social media users astonished, with dozens of people allowing decorated cows and bulls to walk over them in the hope of gaining prosperity and good health.
The unusual practice took place in Dasai village in Madhya Pradesh during the annual Gau Gohari festival.
As part of the ritual, dozens of villagers lay face down on the ground in rows while decorated cows and bulls walked over their bodies.
According to local beliefs, participating in the ritual is believed to bring prosperity, good health and blessings in life.
The animals were adorned with colourful decorations during the festival, while participants lay on the ground and waited for the cattle to pass over them.
A video of the unusual ritual has gone viral on social media, leaving viewers surprised.