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Religion
Devotees Lie Beneath Cows to Fulfill Vows in Madhya Pradesh
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 09 Nov 2026, 01:16 PM
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In a Madhya Pradesh village, several people positioned themselves under cows, believing the act would help them fulfill their vows.
Several residents of a village in Madhya Pradesh were seen lying on the ground beneath a herd of cows, a ritual they said was intended to honor a personal vow (mannat) and hasten its fulfillment. The gathering took place near a local temple courtyard, where the animals were being fed and tended by devotees.
In many parts of central India, cows are revered as symbols of purity and prosperity, and folk traditions sometimes involve unusual acts of devotion to seek divine favor. Participants explained that staying under the cows until the animal moves away is believed to bind the wish to the sacredness of the animal, thereby increasing the chances of the vow being granted.
Local police and health officials monitored the scene but reported no disturbances or injuries. Authorities reminded the public to observe basic hygiene and avoid crowding, while respecting the community's cultural practices.
The incident quickly spread on regional social media platforms, prompting mixed reactions ranging from curiosity to criticism. Observers highlighted the need for safe conduct during such rituals, especially in the context of public health guidelines.
In many parts of central India, cows are revered as symbols of purity and prosperity, and folk traditions sometimes involve unusual acts of devotion to seek divine favor. Participants explained that staying under the cows until the animal moves away is believed to bind the wish to the sacredness of the animal, thereby increasing the chances of the vow being granted.
Local police and health officials monitored the scene but reported no disturbances or injuries. Authorities reminded the public to observe basic hygiene and avoid crowding, while respecting the community's cultural practices.
The incident quickly spread on regional social media platforms, prompting mixed reactions ranging from curiosity to criticism. Observers highlighted the need for safe conduct during such rituals, especially in the context of public health guidelines.