Horse dancing to drum beats at Pushkar Mela in Rajasthan, but is this not horse ill treatment?

Horses are made to supposedly dance or display their skills, to the beats of the dhol and other drums, at the Pushkar Camel Fair and the Rural Olympics at Kila Raipur in Punjab. However, the animals clearly do not like this treatment and circus behaviour that humans make them do. It does pass off as culture and tradition in many parts of India.

Horse dancing display or animal cruelty at work? Pushkar and Rural Olympics pass this off as culture

Horse dancing on traditional drum beats at Pushkar Mela in Rajasthan, or horse ill treatment?

This scene from the Pushkar Fair 2025 captures the elegance and charm of the iconic white horses that have long been associated with the cultural spirit of the festival. The footage opens in the performance area, where beautifully groomed white horses enter one after another, each lightly decorated with traditional touches—most notably the ghungroos tied around their front legs. These small bells create a rhythmic shimmer of sound as the horses move, adding a musical layer to the lively environment.

The energy of the fair rises with every beat of the dhol. The horses respond instinctively, showcasing their famous dancing skills, lifting their legs in coordinated steps, turning gracefully, and performing gestures that highlight their training and temperament. Spectators gather around the arena, forming an excited circle of applause, camera clicks, and admiration. The desert sun, the dust rising beneath their hooves, and the steady dhol rhythms create a captivating atmosphere that blends tradition, craftsmanship, and showmanship. This moment reflects the pride of the handlers and the deep cultural heritage of Pushkar, where animals, music, and skill come together in a vibrant annual celebration.

elegant white horses performing graceful dance steps at pushkar fair 2025

white horses showcasing traditional dance movements during pushkar fair celebrations

pushkar fair horses dancing to energetic dhol rhythms in 2025

beautifully adorned white horses displaying skilled movements at pushkar fair

pushkar fair scene featuring dancing white horses with ghungroo accents

graceful white horses entering performance arena at vibrant pushkar fair

traditional pushkar fair performance with white horses dancing to dhol

decorated white horses presenting rhythmic dance steps at pushkar fair

dancing white horses captivating crowds during 2025 pushkar fair moments

pushkar fair visuals of skilled white horses moving to dhol beats

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