Maharashtra Assembly members seek revival of live snake worship tradition in Battis Shirala
Members of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Wednesday called for the revival of the traditional practice of worshipping live snakes during Nag Panchami in Battis Shirala, Sangli district. The practice was banned by the Bombay High Court in 2002 following concerns raised by wildlife activists.
Members of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly on Wednesday called for the revival of the traditional practice of worshipping live snakes during Nag Panchami in Battis Shirala, Sangli district. The practice was banned by the Bombay High Court in 2002 following concerns raised by wildlife activists.
