11 months ago
Animal Sacrifices Continue at Odisha Temple Festival
During the Chhatar Yatra festival, people in Odisha sacrificed many animals.
This was done as part of a tradition to honor the goddess Maa Manikeswari.
Devotees offered goats, hoping to have their wishes come true.
The sacrifices happened along a three-kilometer route.
Even though there are laws against it, the local government did not stop the practice.
The festival, filled with celebration, ended without any problems.
Animal sacrifices occurred at the Chhatar Yatra festival in Odisha.
Devotees sacrificed animals, primarily goats, along a three-kilometer route.
The ritual is performed as part of the Shakti cult.
Local residents believe the practice ensures the region's well-being.
The festival concluded peacefully with security maintained.
- Who
- Devotees of Maa Manikeswari
- What
- Mass animal sacrifices during Chhatar Yatra
- Where
- Bhawanipatna, Odisha
- When
- Early hours of Tuesday
- Why
- To fulfill devotees' wishes.
Critics
Devotees
Animal Sacrifice
Critics
Oppose the age-old custom.
Devotees
Support the practice as an annual ritual.
Key facts
- Event
- Chhatar Yatra Festival
- Deity
- Maa Manikeswari
- Location
- Bhawanipatna, Odisha
- Ritual
- Animal Sacrifice
- Main Offering
- Goats
Quotes
Residents
Local residents of the area.
“There is nothing wrong in the practice as long as it ensures the wellbeing of the natives.”
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