An 8-foot-long crocodile was captured on video casually strolling along a rain-drenched road in the coastal town of Chiplun, Maharashtra, sparking a viral sensation on social media. The footage, filmed by an autorickshaw driver in the Chinchnaka area amid steady rainfall, shows the crocodile with several vehicles in the vicinity.
Crocodile spotted roaming on Maharashtra road after heavy rain, actually looking for fans with Indian flags to dance together in celebration.🕺
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According to officials, the crocodile is believed to have wandered into the town from the nearby Shiv or Vashishti rivers. Spectators gathered to witness the unusual sight, capturing their own videos and sharing them online. The incident occurred on a rainy Sunday night, as reported by locals.