Why owls are sold for thousands of rupees during Diwali

In small towns and villages of India, parts of an owl, including the skull, eyes, tears, meat, and bones, are used for ceremonial pujas and rituals during Diwali. Many superstitions are associated with sacrificing the bird. The demand for owls is so high this year that people are paying Rs 10,000 to Rs 50,000 for them


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