'Shame On Humanity!' Injured Peacock Left Crying In Pain As Bystanders Pluck Feathers Instead Of Helping - VIDEO
· Free Press Journal

A disturbing video circulating widely on social media has left people shocked and furious after an injured peacock, India’s national bird, was allegedly exploited instead of being rescued. The clip shows the bird lying helpless on a roadside while several bystanders are seen pulling out its colorful feathers rather than helping it receive medical attention.
The incident has triggered intense reactions online, with many users questioning how people could ignore the suffering of a living creature for personal gain.
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Injured peacock left in pain on the roadside
According to reports shared online, the peacock was seriously injured after allegedly being hit by a vehicle. In the viral footage, the bird appears unable to stand and can be seen struggling in pain while surrounded by onlookers.
जिस देश में राष्ट्रीय पक्षी तक सुरक्षित नहीं…
— Debashish Sarkar (@DebashishHiTs) May 28, 2026
वहाँ इंसानियत के ज़िंदा होने पर भी सवाल उठते हैं।
लोग मदद करने नहीं,
उसके पंख नोचने पहुंच गए…
शायद अब दिलों से इंसानियत खत्म होती जा रही है। ️#NationalBird #NationalShame #Peacock pic.twitter.com/dsz54nLij7
Instead of immediately contacting wildlife authorities or animal rescue services, some people reportedly began removing the peacock’s feathers one by one. Others were seen collecting the feathers and walking away.
The heartbreaking visuals have sparked anger among animal lovers and social media users across the country.
Social media users condemn the incident
As the video spread online, thousands of people reacted strongly and called the act cruel and inhuman.
One user wrote, “Strict action should be taken against such people.”
Another commented, “Humanity is disappearing. Instead of saving a suffering bird, people were busy collecting feathers.”
A third user said, “It is shameful to take advantage of an animal’s pain for personal benefit.”
A peacock was hit by a motorcycle while crossing the road, but instead of helping the injured bird, people started pulling out its feathers. This is heartbreaking and unacceptable. #viral #news #peacock #wildlife pic.twitter.com/KZdrCYxO6W
— Prashant Kaushik (@thesharmaup13) May 28, 2026
Many users also pointed out that timely medical help could possibly have saved the bird’s life.
Peacock feathers are protected under Indian law
The Indian peacock holds special cultural and national significance and is protected under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. Hunting, harming, or illegally trading peacocks and their body parts can lead to legal action.
Wildlife activists often advise people to immediately inform the forest department, local animal rescue teams, or wildlife helplines whenever injured birds or animals are found.
This is heartbreaking. Instead of helping the injured peacock, they plucked its feathers. Pure cruelty.
— Mahender Bogi (@xxmahibogixx) May 28, 2026
Video renews debate on animal cruelty
The viral clip has once again started conversations around public sensitivity toward animals and the need for stricter awareness about wildlife protection. Many people online are urging authorities to identify those seen in the video and take appropriate action.
The heartbreaking incident has become a reminder that compassion and timely help can make a crucial difference when an injured animal is struggling to survive.
Note: FPJ could not verify the authenticity of this video.