The annually awaited India's major livestock trading event and Rajasthan's big fair Pushkar mela endured a sad incident as the fair's star attraction -- a buffalo worth Rs 21 crore -- died after deteriorated health condition, shedding light on the darker side of the event.

Reportedly, the buffalo had been brought to Pushkar with special arrangements due to its high value. Thousands of visitors who were attracted to the animal's muscular appearance, were unaware of the hidden practices behind its physique.

Authorities from the Animal Husbandry Department rushed to the spot only after they were informed about the buffalo’s condition.

The team of veterinarians' efforts went in vain, as the doctors were unable to save the animal due to its massive body weight and rapidly worsening condition

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