Archive · 6 Sep 2025
Call for Elephant Madhuri's Return to Kolhapur
People in Pune are asking for an elephant named Madhuri to return to Kolhapur.
Madhuri used to live in Kolhapur but was moved to a rescue center in Gujarat by order of the Supreme Court, after PETA raised concerns.
During a religious parade in Pune, people showed their support for Madhuri's return.
The local government in Maharashtra and a religious group are working to ask the Supreme Court to change its mind.
The rescue center has said they would help if the court allows Madhuri to go back.
A call for the return of elephant Madhuri to Kolhapur emerged during a Ganpati procession.
Madhuri was previously housed near Kolhapur but was moved to Vantara in Gujarat.
The move followed a court order due to a PETA case.
The state government and Jain Math are requesting the Supreme Court to reconsider.
Vantara has expressed willingness to assist in Madhuri's relocation if permitted.
- Who
- Dhol-Tasha troupe, Maharashtra Government and Jain Math
- What
- A call for the return of elephant Madhuri to Kolhapur
- When
- During Ganpati immersion procession in Pune on Saturday
- Where
- Pune, and Vantara in Gujarat
- Why
- Due to public outcry and the cultural connection to Madhuri
PETA Concerns
Public Sentiment
Animal Welfare
PETA Concerns
PETA raised concerns leading to legal actions regarding the elephant's previous living conditions.
Public Sentiment
Public and cultural sentiment supports the elephant's return to its original habitat.
- Elephant's Name
- Madhuri
- Location of Current Residence
- Vantara, Gujarat
- Location of Previous Residence
- Nandani near Kolhapur
- Event
- Ganpati immersion procession in Pune
- Action
- Public call for return
- Legal Involvement
- Bombay High Court order and Supreme Court involvement
- Supporting Parties
- Maharashtra Government and Jain Math in Kolhapur
