Tikamgarh (Madhya Pradesh): A fierce open bull fight on a busy street has sparked concerns over public safety and official accountability in Madhya Pradesh’s Tikamgarh.
With a video of the bull fight going viral on social media on Sunday, residents have questioned, ‘Who will take the responsibility if someone gets hurt?’
The video, though the exact location has not been fully confirmed yet, shows two bulls fighting fiercely in the middle of the road, putting passersby and motorists at serious risk.
It is also clearly visible how the incident has created panic in the entire area and people are rushing in all directions in order to save themselves from the animals.
Eyewitnesses said that during such violent encounters, injuries to people are quite possible. However, the question remains - What if a mishap occurs?
Administration officials often issue orders to remove stray animals from roads, but locals allege that enforcement is either weak or non-existent.
Concerned officials in deep slumber?
The municipal bodies and concerned officials are accused of being in a “deep slumber,” showing little urgency in addressing the problem.
The incident has raised concerns among the residents about stray animal management. It has also indicated a lack of coordination between administrative orders and their execution.