Archive · 31 Jul 2025
PETA Campaigns for Elephant Joymala's Rescue From TN Temple
There's a campaign to help an elephant named Joymala.
She's been kept at a temple in Tamil Nadu, and people are worried about her.
She was originally from Assam.
PETA, an animal rights group, wants the Chief Minister of Assam to bring her back.
Joymala is allegedly chained up and may be getting mistreated.
The animal is reportedly suffering from prolonged abuse.
They want Joymala to live free in a sanctuary, with other elephants and without any weapons.
Several vets agree she's being harmed and needs rescue.
PETA India is urging Assam's CM to rescue Joymala, an elephant, from a Tamil Nadu temple.
Joymala, also known as Jeymalyatha, is reportedly held at the Arulmigu Nachiyar (Andal) Temple in Srivilliputhur.
Veterinarians concluded Joymala is distressed due to prolonged mistreatment at the temple.
The Assam government demanded Joymala's return, citing abuse documented in media reports.
PETA India's inspection revealed severe abuse, including the use of pliers by a mahout.
- Who
- PETA India, Assam Chief Minister, Joymala (elephant).
- What
- PETA India is urging the Assam Chief Minister to rescue Joymala, an elephant, from a temple in Tamil Nadu.
- When
- Since 2021 there have been reports of abuse.
- Where
- Arulmigu Nachiyar (Andal) Temple in Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu.
- Why
- To ensure Joymala's welfare and prevent further abuse, aiming to move her to a sanctuary.
Advocates for Elephant Welfare
The other side is not mentioned in this text.
Elephant's Living Conditions
Advocates for Elephant Welfare
Joymala should be immediately rescued and sent to a sanctuary where she can live unchained, without the threat of weapons, and among other elephants.
The other side is not mentioned in this text.
The other side is not mentioned in this text.
- Elephant's Name
- Joymala (Jeymalyatha)
- Age
- 22 years old
- Location
- Arulmigu Nachiyar (Andal) Temple in Srivilliputhur, Tamil Nadu
- Original State
- Assam
- Concern
- Alleged abuse and mistreatment
- Involvement
- PETA India, Assam Government, Gauhati High Court