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A viral video from Haryana’s Panipat shows a buffalo allegedly forced to drink alcohol during Holi celebrations and made to pull a cart while intoxicated. Police have registered an FIR following public outrage and intervention by PETA.
Buffalo forced to drink alcohol in Haryana during Holi celebration
Panipat: A disturbing video from a Holi celebration in Haryana’s Panipat district has sparked widespread outrage after it allegedly showed a buffalo being forced to drink alcohol and then made to pull a cart while intoxicated.
The incident reportedly took place in Noltha village, where several individuals were seen celebrating the festival. According to authorities, a video of the act quickly circulated on social media, prompting complaints from local residents and animal welfare groups.
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Police at the Israna Police Station registered a First Information Report against the accused, identified as Kartik Khokhar. The case has been filed under various provisions of the Indian Penal Code and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960. Authorities have confirmed that an investigation is currently underway.
The footage circulating online shows a crowd celebrating Holi with tractors and carts. In one segment of the video, two individuals appear to hold the buffalo’s mouth while another pours alcohol into it. The animal is then seen pulling a cart carrying several people.
They made an entire film pushing a fictitious narrative that people in Kerala are being force-fed beef.
Now in Haryana, a cow is allegedly force-fed alcohol. Absolute silence.
No outrage from the self-appointed “Modi Bhakts” brigade. No statement from the RSS. No prime-time… pic.twitter.com/BbSPbuOXDh
— Congress Kerala (@INCKerala) March 3, 2026
Residents and social media users strongly condemned the act, calling it a shocking instance of animal cruelty and a misuse of festive celebrations.
The incident also drew attention from People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India, which urged authorities to take swift action. The organisation said it received multiple complaints about the video posted on Instagram.
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According to PETA, the buffalo was restrained with a rope tied tightly around its nose and forced to pull a heavily loaded cart. A person seated at the front allegedly used a long stick to control the animal and make it move faster. The organisation also claimed that chemical colours were applied to the buffalo during the celebrations.
PETA has asked authorities to ensure the safety of the animal and to take steps to prevent similar incidents in the future. The organisation also cited provisions under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, including sections related to negligence towards animals and endangering public safety.
Police officials said further action will be taken based on the findings of the ongoing investigation.
