India's Tallest Ravana Effigy Face Mysteriously Survives Flames During Kota Dussehra Celebration

Oct 03, 2025 09:47 pm CST

During Kota's Dussehra festival, India's tallest Ravana effigy at 233 feet experienced a technical glitch when its face refused to burn despite the rest of the structure being engulfed in flames. Municipal fire brigade eventually intervened with a hydraulic crane to complete the ceremonial burning, concluding the traditional celebration that symbolizes good triumphing over evil.