Lucknow, Dec. 26 -- An unusual theft in the state capital has caused concern among both the police and the general public. A rare Iranian-breed Zuljanah horse, deeply revered by the Shia community, has been stolen from the Karbala complex located in the Talkatora police station area.

The horse is said to be not only financially valuable but also holds immense religious significance, making the incident highly sensitive.

The Zuljanah horse is considered an important religious symbol in the Shia community and has been kept at the Talkatora Karbala complex for years in connection with religious rituals and events.

Community members say the horse is not merely an animal, but a symbol of faith and tradition. Its theft has therefore triggered ...