Cockroach effigy set ablaze alongside demon king Ravana during Hindu festival
Published date: Thu, 22 Oct 2026 20:44:40 +0700A giant cockroach effigy was set ablaze alongside demon king Ravana during a Hindu festival in India.
Footage shows the 30ft (9m) cockroach replica being set on fire as loud explosions echo through the area in Delhi on October 20.
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Delhi, India |
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20/10/2026 |
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ViralPress/AjayVerma |
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VRP185846 |
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Duration: 00:48 |
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Rating: News safe |
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