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Maharashtra Buyer Has Donkeys Tow Thar to Dealership in Protest

The dramatic stunt in Pimpri-Chinchwad drew heavy animal-welfare criticism from viewers who tagged PETA.

Overview

  • Video posted by the Indian Gems account on X shows a Mahindra Thar being pulled by two donkeys to Mahindra Sahyadri Motors’ service centre in Pimpri-Chinchwad.
  • The customer, identified as Ganesh Sangade of Junnar, says his repeated complaints about a recently purchased SUV were brushed off by the dealership.
  • He alleges recurring defects including water leakage, poor mileage, paint deterioration with rust patches, and engine noise, according to quotes carried by Pune Pulse.
  • The SUV was covered in posters accusing Sahyadri Motors of cheating customers, and the slow-moving procession included drummers and supporters.
  • Social-media reaction focused on alleged animal cruelty, with users urging action from groups such as PETA, and no official response or legal action was reported.