← Latest news 
Villagers Perform Lingayat Rites for Dead Monkey in Bengaluru Heartwarming Scene
India
Published on 2 May 2026

The monkey’s last rites followed Lingayat tradition closely
Villagers from Shirahatti and nearby areas in Karnataka performed the funeral of a monkey that died accidentally, treating it with deep compassion. They conducted the last rites using Lingayat religious traditions, turning a sudden loss into a community act of respect for animals. The incident has gone viral for its humanity and adherence to faith-based rituals.
- Villagers held funeral rites for an accidentally deceased monkey
- Last rituals were performed following Lingayat traditions
- The community emphasized respect and compassion toward animals
- The incident is drawing widespread attention online
Read the full story at Republic
This summarization was done by Beige for a story published on
Republic
