Elephant Madhuri Returns to Kolhapur After 13 Months at Vantara

Madhuri, the elephant, returned to Kolhapur after spending 13 months at Vantara. The return was marked by a grand welcome in the city, reflecting the strong attachment of the local community and devotees to the animal, a source said.

The leadership of the Jain Math and the wider community have expressed their concerns and attachment to Madhuri. "We recognise and respect the sentiments of the devotees, the leadership of the Jain Math, and the wider community who have expressed their concerns and attachment to Madhuri," a representative said.

the statement added. The proposed facility at Vantara will be developed following established animal welfare guidelines, after consulting experts from the High-Powered Committee and with the consensus of the Math. It will also align with international best practices in elephant care.

At no stage did Vantara initiate or recommend the relocation, nor was there any intent to interfere with religious practice or sentiment.

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Vantara representative, official