WARANGAL: A major controversy erupted after a video of a public animal sacrifice performed during the Dasara festival went viral on social media in Narsampet, Warangal district. The outrage intensified as the event took place on Gandhi Jayanti (October 2), a national day symbolising non-violence and humanity, when animal slaughter and liquor sales are strictly prohibited nationwide. On Gandhi Jayanti, a day dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi’s principles of peace and compassion, both animal slaughter and alcohol consumption are banned. Human rights and animal welfare groups are demanding a transparent probe and swift accountability to restore public confidence in law enforcement. They emphasised that justice and the rule of law must apply equally to all, regardless of position or power.