Bhubaneswar: A disturbing incident has come to the fore from Maneswar Square on the outskirts of Sambalpur city, highlighting the grim reality of hunger and helplessness.
A person, suspected to be mentally ill, was caught on camera tearing and eating the flesh of a dog that had died in a road accident. The video of the incident has since gone viral, sparking widespread outrage and concern.
According to information, a dog died after being hit by a vehicle near Maneswar Chhak. Its carcass was lying by the roadside when locals spotted a man sitting beside it and eating its flesh. His behaviour indicated that he was extremely hungry. From his clothes and condition, locals suspected that he was mentally unstable.
People present at the spot tried to stop him from eating the inedible meat, but he initially did not listen to anyone and continued eating.
After the video of the incident surfaced, it has triggered concerns over hunger, destitution and mental health issues. Locals have demanded that such helpless people should be identified and provided with food, shelter and necessary medical treatment.
