WATCH: This wild animal was spotted casually roaming through Delhi streets– Netizens are shocked!

Imagine you're going about your usual day in Delhi when, out of nowhere, a massive nilgai– a wild antelope– wanders through the streets as if it belongs there. That’s exactly what happened recently in Adarsh Nagar, leaving locals stunned. A video capturing the unexpected visitor quickly made its way to social media, where it went viral, sparking a wave of reactions online.
The video, posted by Instagram user KakuSahil Chauhan (@kakuchauhan), shows the nilgai wandering through the streets of Adarsh Nagar, which is known for its occupied lanes and heavy traffic. Despite being in such a busy environment, the animal seemed completely unbothered by the surrounding chaos. Filmed from the perspective of a scooter rider, the video shows the nilgai calmly making its way through the streets as if it were just another commuter. What makes the video even more surprising is how calmly the nilgai moves through the city, as if it’s just another part of daily life in Delhi.

While the nilgai was an unusual sight for the residents of Adarsh Nagar, the reactions of pedestrians were even more surprising. Despite the animal’s large size, many people appeared completely indifferent, continuing with their day as if encountering wild animals in the streets was a normal occurrence.
In one notable moment from the video, a black stray cow, shocked by the nilgai’s sudden arrival, quickly turned and ran off, probably trying to avoid the unexpected visitor. But the nilgai, unfazed, kept moving calmly without any sign of fear.
Here's the viral video:

The video quickly gained millions of views, and social media exploded with reactions from people across the world. Some couldn’t help but laugh at the unexpected sight. One person joked, “Delhi’s traffic is evolving. Now even nilgais are using the roads.” Another added humorously, “Imagine running late for work and a nilgai overtakes you!”
However, not all the responses were light-hearted. Several viewers expressed concern for the animal’s safety. One person commented, “Poor thing must be so lost. I hope it was safely rescued,” while another suggested, “The authorities should step in and ensure it is relocated to a safer environment.”

But for some, the remarkable nature of the sighting was the real highlight. One user commented, “You never know what you’ll see on Delhi’s streets. This is incredible!” Another summed up the entire experience with, “Only in India!”
In a city as busy and chaotic as Delhi, spotting a wild nilgai on the streets is both rare and fascinating. Its unexpected appearance in Adarsh Nagar caught everyone’s attention, whether they saw it in person or online. Whether it made people laugh, feel concerned, or just left them amazed, this unusual moment is a reminder that nature has a way of showing up in the most unexpected places– even in the heart of a city.

The nilgai, also called the blue bull, is the largest Asian antelope, native to the Indian subcontinent. Its name, derived from Hindi, translates to "blue cow." This herbivore is known for its bluish-gray coat in males and brownish coat in females. Nilgais are highly adaptable and live in grasslands and forests, often spotted near agricultural areas. Males are larger with short, pointed horns, while females lack horns. They are social animals, typically living in small groups.