A resident of Sircilla in Telangana was apprehended on Sunday in response to widespread public outrage regarding a video that depicted him preparing and consuming a dish made from peacock. It subsequently gained significant attention on social media platforms. Kodam pranay kumar controversy The footage incited considerable indignation, with many individuals accusing the YouTuber, Kodam Pranay Kumar, of endorsing the illegal consumption of wildlife. The peacock, recognized as the national bird of India. It is a protected species. Following the backlash, the video was removed from Kumar’s YouTube channel. In light of the incident, the forest department took action by arresting Kumar. He conducted an investigation of the location where he filmed the preparation of the ‘peacock curry.’ He is currently facing legal charges under the Wildlife Protection Act. Authorities have asserted that the video not only promoted but also involved the unlawful killing of a protected species. Forest officials are actively examining the authenticity of the video. They have gathered samples for forensic evaluation.
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