Haridwar: A video from Haridwar’s Shraddhanand Ghat has gone viral, showing a woman bathing her pet dog in the Ganga, leading to a heated exchange with devotees and priests present at the site.
Argument At Haridwar’s Sacred Ghat
In the footage, the woman, dressed in a salwar kameez, is seen washing her dog at the ghat while several devotees and priests urge her to move elsewhere. They remind her that the spot is considered sacred and is used by people for ritual purification dips.
Shocking video from Haridwar’s Shraddhanand Ghat: Woman (claiming ministry staff) bathes her dog in the sacred Ganga, abuses devotees asking her to stop pic.twitter.com/k59R4W3Mwa
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Despite repeated requests, she refuses to leave and continues bathing her pet dog, leading to a tense situation at the ghat.
Heated Exchange, Family Steps In
As the argument escalates, the woman is heard using strong language while defending her actions. She also refers to alleged government connections during the exchange. The situation eventually calms down after members of her family intervene and persuade her to leave the spot, bringing the confrontation to an end.
Viral Clip Triggers Debate
The video has sparked strong reactions online. Many users have criticized the act, calling it so disrespectful and raising concerns about hygiene at a religious site.
At the same time, netizens have pointed out the broader issue of pollution in the Ganga and argued that animals hold a place in Hindu traditions. The incident has led to a wider debate on how public behaviour at sacred places should be balanced with personal beliefs.
