Joudy, India is not just a dot on the map. It is a huge country. Certain places in India are still bereft of education. In interiors of a forest around the state of Bihar there are tribals who live naked on trees (I have witnessed them). They are fierce and have a reputation. However the government does not disturb them as they have ancient practices and are almost a heritage. Such tribal communities are there in many forests in and around India (inc. Himalayan region). So if you have seen educated indians don't think that all Indians are open minded. Superstitions are still alive and very much a part of India.
PM : Hindu mythology is very vast and complicated and interwined with the daily life of Hindu Indians, who by and large are very superstitious. Some even practise black magic and tantric practices on daily basis.