Locals in the remote area of India state believe the ceremony has the power to protect their village . Participants are tied to a wooden pole by their feet and gradually lowered into the roaring flames below . As those taking part get closer to the fire , a Hindu priest throws oil to intensify the blaze ever further . Those escaping injury are deemed worthy to take part in the next stage of the ceremony - walking on hot coals .
Locals in the remote area of Jharkhand state believe the ceremony has the power to protect their village . Participants are tied to a wooden pole by their feet and gradually lowered into the roaring flames below . As those taking part get closer to the fire , a Hindu priest throws oil to intensify the blaze ever further . Those escaping injury are deemed worthy to take part in the next stage of the ceremony - walking on hot coals .