Archive · 5 Jan 2026
Viral Video Reveals Malana's Unique Rules
There's a special village in India called Malana where outsiders aren't allowed to touch the villagers, their homes, or temples.
A tourist shared a video online where she wasn't allowed to enter a shop and had to leave money on the floor instead of giving it to the shopkeeper.
The village has its own rules and doesn't follow the usual Indian laws.
Some people online are surprised and even upset about these rules, but others understand and respect the village's traditions.
The village can fine outsiders up to ₹3,000 if they break these rules.
Malana village in Himachal Pradesh has unique customs where outsiders cannot touch villagers, homes, or temples.
A tourist shared a video showing she wasn't allowed to enter a shop and had to leave money on the floor.
The village has its own democracy and doesn't follow the Indian democratic system.
Fines of up to ₹2,500 to ₹3,500 can be imposed on outsiders who violate these rules.
Netizens have mixed reactions, with some criticizing the rules and others defending the village's traditions.
- Who
- Tourist @tushikatalks and villagers of Malana
- What
- Viral video showcasing Malana's unique customs and rules
- When
- Recently, exact date not specified
- Where
- Malana village in Himachal Pradesh, India
- Why
- To respect local traditions and customs
- Location
- Malana, Himachal Pradesh, India
- Population
- Not specified
- Unique Rule
- Outsiders cannot touch villagers, homes, or temples
- Fine for Violations
- ₹2,500 to ₹3,500
- Governance
- Own democracy, not following Indian democratic system
- Viral Video Creator
- @tushikatalks on Instagram
- Key Custom
- Money exchanged on the floor, no physical contact