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Midnight bullock cart races drive chaos across highways in western UP

IndiaTimes Thursday, 14 November 2024 ()
The traditional bullock cart races held during Kartik Purnima in Meerut have escalated into dangerous events, with villagers racing animals at high speeds on state highways despite a police ban. Driven by prize money and village pride, participants often resort to cruelty, using sharp implements to goad the animals, leading to injuries and even deaths.
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