Devotees lie on ground as cattle walk over them in Madhya Pradesh
The annual Gaay Gohari festival was observed in Dasai village of Dhar district on Monday as part of local religious traditions.
Devotees in Dasai village of Madhya Pradesh's Dhar district participated in the Gaay Gohari festival on Monday by lying face down on the ground while herds of cows and bulls walked over them, according to ANI.
The annual ritual takes place the day after Diwali and is linked to local religious practices involving the completion of vows and the expression of gratitude toward cows.
Preparations for the event began early in the morning, with cattle being decorated with bells, colours, and flower garlands while being offered special fodder.
Local resident Ramprasad Parmar said the festival is celebrated because ancestors made vows regarding rainfall, harvests, and the health of cattle, as well as for the prosperity of the nation.
Parmar also stated that those lying on the ground remain completely unharmed and do not sustain any scratches during the ritual.
Local beliefs suggest the practice invokes the blessings of Gau Mata to bring peace and prosperity to the community.