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DevendriIndian mother of many children bitten by snake and died after ritual 'healing' in cow dung
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Content:
- Indian Woman Dies After Being Buried in Cow Dung Ritual
- The Tragic Incident
- The Desperate Attempt
- A Tragic Outcome
- The Snake Charmer's Defense
- The Mystery of the Police Report
- Strange Beliefs in India
- Superstitions related to marriage, childbirth, and festivals.
Indian Woman Dies After Being Buried in Cow Dung Ritual
A 35-year-old Indian woman has died after being buried alive in cow dung by a snake charmer who was trying to heal her from a cobra bite.
The Tragic Incident
Devendri, a mother of five, was collecting firewood to cook dinner at her village home when she was attacked by a snake. The reptile bit her on the hand, and Devendri rushed home and told her husband, Mukesh, who decided to call a local snake charmer.
The Desperate Attempt
Desperate to save his wife, Mukesh allowed the snake charmer, named Muraray, to bury Devendri in a pile of cow dung, which was believed to "suck out the poison." As villagers gathered outside the victim's house in Bulandshahr, Uttar Pradesh, Mukesh completely "buried" his wife in the cow dung, chanting mantras.
A Tragic Outcome
After 75 minutes, Devendri suffocated to death. Mukesh was left devastated, unable to comprehend how the cow dung burial method had failed to save his wife.
The Snake Charmer's Defense
Muraray stated, "I am known in the locality for curing animal bites. I believe Devendri was bitten by a cobra. And yes, the woman died after being buried."
The Mystery of the Police Report
Despite the tragic incident, no one had reported it to the police. A police official claimed to have no knowledge of it.
Strange Beliefs in India
The cow dung burial incident highlights some of the bizarre beliefs and practices still prevalent in certain parts of India. These include:
Animal marriages, believed to ward off evil spirits or promote good luck.
Tree marriages, performed to allow younger brothers to marry before older ones.
Superstitions related to marriage, childbirth, and festivals.
A Social ProblemIndian superstitions are considered a widespread social problem, often attributed to lack of education in rural areas. Despite efforts to discourage harmful practices, they continue to persist, rooted in tradition and religious beliefs.
