A viral video shared by a digital content creator captures the joyous occasion
Dubai: The internet’s love for animals is no secret, but a group of dog lovers in north Indian state of Madhya Pradesh went above and beyond by hosting a grand birthday celebration for a stray dog. Their touching gesture even included massive roadside hoardings, proudly wishing the dog a happy birthday.
A viral video, shared by digital content creator Anshu Chouhan, captures the joyous occasion. The footage shows a group of young men taking the stray dog, affectionately called "Ludo Bhai," for a ride in an open jeep. Draped in a flower garland, the dog sits proudly at the front of the vehicle as his well-wishers celebrate with cake, fireworks, and a heartfelt rendition of the birthday song. The video is captioned, "Ludo Bhai ka birthday celebration."
The celebration didn’t just stop at festivities — it carried a meaningful message. The video concludes with an appeal to save and care for stray dogs and other innocent animals.
According to media reports, the event took place in Dewas city, Madhya Pradesh. The internet is deeply moved by the group’s efforts to make Ludo Bhai feel special, with many users flooding social media with birthday wishes for the beloved street dog.
One user wrote, “You have made my heart happy, brother. Our street dogs are no less than any other; this is a slap in the face of breed lovers.” Another added, “He deserves that.”
Many praised the powerful message behind the celebration, with one comment reading, “Adopt, don’t shop — a very good message for Indians.”
Another user summed up the sentiment, writing, “This video made my day! I literally have no words. Salute to these guys from the depths of my heart.”
This heartwarming act has not only won over the internet but also served as a reminder of the love and compassion that stray animals deserve.
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