New Delhi, July 21: A video allegedly from Uttar Pradesh, showing dancers performing on a moving tractor during the ongoing Kanwar Yatra, has gone viral on social media—drawing widespread criticism for what many are calling a disrespectful act against religious sentiments.
🙏 Kanwar Yatra: A Sacred Pilgrimage in Spotlight for Wrong Reasons
Traditionally, the Kanwar Yatra is a deeply spiritual journey undertaken by Shiva devotees, known as Kanwariyas, who practice physical and mental discipline throughout their pilgrimage. The journey typically involves strict observance of spiritual conduct, including consumption of pure sattvic (vegetarian and non-spicy) food, refraining from worldly indulgences, and focusing entirely on Lord Shiva’s devotion.
However, a viral video has triggered a storm online, casting a shadow over these sacred rituals. In the footage, a crowd of Kanwariyas is seen gathered on a bridge, while two women dancers perform on a tractor blaring loud music. Several bystanders, including pilgrims, are seen recording the performance instead of objecting to it.
📱 Social Media Backlash and Public Outrage
The video, shared by Instagram user @amandjvlogs, has garnered millions of views and an avalanche of angry reactions. Many users have condemned the incident as a gross misrepresentation of religious values.
One user angrily commented:
“Shameful! Making a mockery of religion and culture like this is unacceptable.”
Another wrote:
“Is this what faith looks like now? Stop turning sacred rituals into street shows. Your devotion won’t be accepted this way. Har Har Mahadev!”
A third user remarked:
“We are witnessing an era of spiritual degradation. Who will explain the sanctity of rituals to these people?”
Meanwhile, some users went a step further and accused fellow devotees of organizing such acts, saying:
“Now there’s no outrage because this is all sponsored by the very people who claim to protect Sanatan Dharma.”
🚫 Call for Accountability
The incident has sparked serious concerns about the growing commercialization and dilution of religious pilgrimages. Social media users have demanded that those responsible for turning a sacred journey into an entertainment spectacle face strict action.
While the exact origin and authenticity of the video remain unverified, the sentiments it has stirred reflect a broader conversation on preserving the sanctity of religious practices in the digital age.
Note: This article is based on a video circulating on social media. The origin of the footage is yet to be independently verified.