Rs 21 crore worth 'sensation' falls to ground, dies at Pushkar fair; issue triggers debate on social media

JAIPUR: The news of the sudden death of a buffalo worth around Rs 21 crore at the Pushkar fair in Rajasthan went viral and ignited a social media debate. The buffalo, touted as a sensation, was brought to the Pushkar fair with special arrangements.

On Friday, the buffalo collapsed on the ground after its health deteriorated. A team of veterinarians rushed to the spot after receiving information about the buffalo's poor health, but could not save it. However, those who attended the fair say that the buffalo's death was due to a lack of timely treatment. It is alleged that the owners gave the buffalo excessive food and injected medicines to increase its weight and produce more sperm.

There are also suspicions of owners injecting excessive antibiotics and growth hormones into the buffalo. Rumours are also floating that the death was part to siphon money through insurance fraud.

The Pushkar Fair in Rajasthan is one of the largest livestock fairs in Asia. The fair features the largest camel and cattle herds in the world. The fair will be held from October 23 to November 7. Competitions such as the best milk producer, the best horse breed, and the most decorated camel are also highlights of the fair. The fair also has various stalls selling handicrafts, textiles, and local delicacies.