In great news for animal lovers, twenty elephants that were rescued from the tough life of logging are getting a new home at Vantara, owned by Anant Ambani. The elephants are being moved from Arunachal Pradesh to Jamnagar using special elephant ambulances.
This rescue has received permission from both the Tripura High Court and the Supreme Court of India, and the elephants’ current owners agreed to the move.
Among the rescued elephants are 10 males, 8 females, a young one, and a calf. Vantara is a rescue center where these elephants can live happily, free from the harsh conditions they faced before.
Many of these elephants suffered greatly. For example, a young elephant named Laxmi has painful wounds from her time working in the logging industry. Another mother named Rongmoti was rescued along with her 2-year-old calf, Maya. They had injuries caused by heavy harnesses used during logging.
Keeping elephants in captivity is tough on their bodies and minds. They often get hurt, suffer from joint pain, and can feel very sad. Dr. Sorang Tadap, a vet, explained that captivity causes many problems for elephants, including injuries and mental stress from hard labor and not enough care.
There was some discussion online about the transport of the elephants to Jamnagar, but Vantara assured everyone that they have followed all the necessary rules. They got special permits from the Gujarat and Arunachal Pradesh Forest Departments for this move.
The elephants will travel in specially designed ambulances. Vantara has over 200 skilled experts, including veterinarians and caretakers, to ensure the transport goes smoothly.
At Vantara, these elephants will no longer be chained up and will receive the medical care they need. Founded by Anant Ambani, the rescue center aims to provide a safe and happy life for these wonderful creatures.
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