Bystander Footage Captures Unusual Ride of a Bull on a Scooter in Rishikesh, Leaves Netizens in Astonishment
In a bizarre spectacle captured on CCTV, a stray bull in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, made headlines worldwide as it seemed to attempt riding a parked scooter. The video shows the bull nonchalantly hoisting its front legs onto the scooter seat while keeping its hind legs firmly planted on the ground, reminiscent of an amateur rider preparing for a wild ride.
Witnessing this unusual display, a woman swiftly scoops up a child and dashes to safety. The bull, apparently unbothered by the attention, successfully pushes the scooter a few feet forward in what can only be described as a wobbly yet determined attempt. The bull then bumps the scooter into a nearby house gate before sauntering off, apparently indifferent to its own antics.
The hilarious video, captioned humorously in Hindi, quickly went viral, amassing over 6.7 lakh views and triggering a wave of humorous reactions on the internet. One user joked about the complexity of explaining the incident to the insurance company without CCTV footage, while another mused about which horn the bull might use for steering.
A third user playfully commented, "He just skateboarded that damn scooty," and a fourth summed it up neatly, noting, "India is a place with all sorts of possibilities. Anything that you can imagine in your wildest dreams."
Although the scooter's owner's reaction remains unknown, one thing is certain - their two-wheeler has become the star of one of the most entertaining viral moments to emerge from India this year. For those curious about how to handle such a unique insurance claim, the enrichment data below offers suggestions on how to proceed without CCTV footage.
To file an insurance claim for a scooter damaged by a stray bull in Rishikesh without CCTV footage:
- Immediate Actions
- File a police FIR at the nearest police station to document the event, as the absence of CCTV footage makes an FIR crucial for legitimizing the claim.
- Contact the insurance provider's toll-free number immediately to begin the claim process.
- Documentation Required
- Submit the original or certified copy of the FIR.
- Provide the vehicle registration (RC) and valid driving license.
- Obtain a detailed cost breakdown from a garage for repair estimates.
- Capture clear images of the damage for assessment.
- Inspection Process
- The insurer will assign a surveyor to inspect the damage at the accident spot or garage.
- The surveyor will evaluate repair costs or total loss (if applicable).
- Claim Settlement Options
- Use an insurer-approved network garage. In this case, costs will be settled directly.
- Pay upfront at any garage and submit invoices for repayment.
- Special Considerations
- Stray animal damage typically falls under "own damage" coverage if comprehensive insurance is active.
- Ensure the police report explicitly mentions the stray bull incident to avoid disputes.
- Key Reminders
- Notify the insurer within 24–48 hours to avoid claim rejection.
- Confirm your plan covers animal-related damages (standard in comprehensive policies).
For Zurich Kotak or similar providers, call 1800 266 4545 to register claims.
In the hilarious viral video from Rishikesh, Uttarakhand, a stray bull managed to amuse millions with its antics, attempting to ride a parked scooter. This incident on social media sparked humorous reactions, with one user joking about the bull potentially using its horn for steering. Despite the amusement, the incident may have serious implications for the scooter's owner, as dealing with such an insurance claim could be challenging without CCTV footage.
