A ridiculous and comical sight from Rishikesh swept the internet recently — a bull riding a moving scooter blithely in balance. Caught on camera in a viral clip that now has millions of views, the stunt left onlookers from all over India both perplexed and completely entertained.
The clip depicts a guy on a scooter with a bull behind him, perfectly balanced and unperturbed by the flow of traffic. Most social media users responded in disbelief, with humor, and even concern, wondering if the bull was trained or just an adventurous passenger.
Although the video’s origin and context are still unknown, authorities have been said to have taken cognizance of the stunt because of possible infractions of road safety standards and animal welfare issues. Experts warn against imitation of such acts, emphasizing threats to animals and drivers alike.
In spite of the questions surrounding it, the video has since turned into a cultural buzz word and meme jackpot. From “Udta Bull” to “Holy Cow Commute,” the internet itself has welcomed the spectacle, boosting India’s lengthening collection of unbelievable yet authentic viral moments.