Dussehra Celebration Disrupted: Intoxicated Group Prematurely Burns Ravan Effigy in Bhopal

A video captured the Ravan effigy engulfed in flames at the Dussehra celebration site in Bhopal.

In a shocking turn of events in Bhopal, a group of intoxicated youngsters prematurely ignited a Ravan effigy early in the morning, disrupting the planned Dussehra celebrations.

The organizers of the traditional Ravan Dahan ceremony were left completely astonished when they discovered the demon king's effigy burning at approximately 6 am, well before the scheduled festive burning that was meant to take place before an enthusiastic crowd.

Footage from the incident shows the effigy consumed by flames. The person recording the video can be heard describing the perpetrators: "They were traveling in a red car and escaped in that direction. They were loitering around the area with some women. All of them appeared intoxicated and were smoking cigarettes. The vehicle was new without registration plates. Someone should alert the authorities."

The unexpected incident has created a significant challenge for the local community, who must now scramble to arrange a replacement effigy for the evening's ceremonial burning on very short notice.

Dussehra celebrations across India traditionally include the burning of massive Ravan effigies, symbolizing good triumphing over evil. These carefully crafted effigies are typically filled with firecrackers to create an impressive light and sound spectacle that communities gather to witness during this important cultural festival.