Chir Batti (India)

Chir batti are mysterious lights seen in the Banni grasslands and the adjacent salt flats of the Rann of Kutch in India. They are described as relatively bright lights that change colors, typically blue, red or yellow, and are often seen two to ten feet above the ground. While most accounts describe chir batti as spherical, there have also been reports of pear-shaped lights.

Chir batti are described as intelligent and playful, with many anecdotes detailing their interactions with people. The lights are said to approach travelers, following them on their journey, and sometimes even playing hide and seek with them.

A common local belief warns against following these lights, as they are said to lead travelers to desolate areas, causing them to get lost in the wilderness.