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New York City is ending its iconic horse-drawn carriage tradition after the death of 18-year-old Indian tourist Romanch Mahajan. Romanch was riding through Central Park with his family when the horse suddenly bolted. He reportedly tried to save his mother after she fell from the carriage, but was thrown out and suffered fatal head injuries. The City Council has voted 40-7 to pass Romanch’s Law, which will phase out horse-drawn carriage rides by June 1, 2028. The decision follows years of protests and failed attempts to ban the industry. Supporters say it protects tourists and horses. Drivers say it threatens their livelihoods. The law offers job support and humane relocation for the horses. But the legal battle is only beginning.