Many users expressed concern for both human safety and the well-being of the elephant.
Some people said that elephants should not be used in festivals and should be allowed to live freely in forests. Others pointed out that extreme heat may have affected the animal and led to the incident.
A few users also mentioned that a similar incident had taken place in the same area last year.
Some comments called the situation risky and urged organisers to learn from the incident and avoid repeating such practices.
Debate over use of animals in festivals
The incident has once again started a debate about the use of elephants in festivals. While some people see it as part of tradition, others believe it puts both animals and humans at risk.
Authorities have not yet shared detailed information about the incident, but the viral video has clearly raised serious questions about safety and animal care.