Bewildered langur amuses crowd at festivity pavilion in eastern India
by ShravyaIn a unique moment during Durga Puja festivities in eastern India’s West Bengal, a langur sparked laughter and surprise after being confused by statues resembling its kind.
The incident took place at Barish Club Pandal of Kolkata city and the video went viral on October 14.
Visuals showed the bewildered langur inspecting the lifeless statues, attempting to communicate with them. The creature even tugged at the figures, puzzled by their stillness, as festival-goers looked on in amusement.
According to reports, Durga Puja in Kolkata is known for its vibrant celebration, which is filled with devotion and art. However, each year brings moments of unexpected quirkiness, such as this playful encounter. From people using humorous filters to a child’s innocent interaction with a demon statue, the festival never ceases to surprise.