3. Thuggee Strangling Rituals
The infamous Thuggee cult operated in India for centuries, blending religious devotion to the goddess Kali with ritualistic murder and theft. Members would befriend travelers, only to strangle them as a form of sacred offering. British colonial authorities launched an intensive campaign in the 19th century to eradicate the Thuggee and outlaw their deadly practices. Their grisly rituals are now illegal and remain a chilling chapter in India’s spiritual history. Read more
