Archive · 4 Aug 2025
PETA: Mahadevi's Move to Vantara for Health and Care
Mahadevi, an elephant, was moved to Vantara, a wildlife center, to get better care.
The court agreed with this decision after finding she was in pain.
She had problems like arthritis and foot issues.
Vantara is a place where she's getting treatment, a special diet, and rest.
She suffered years of abuse and now gets expert care.
This move was for her well-being.
PETA explains the relocation of elephant Mahadevi (Madhuri) to Vantara was due to her poor health.
The Supreme Court's High-Powered Committee (HPC) found Mahadevi had arthritis, foot rot, and psychological distress.
Mahadevi suffered from 33 years of abuse, including being shackled and kept in solitary confinement.
Vantara has a recovery plan that includes a tailored diet and detailed treatment protocol.
The Bombay High Court and Supreme Court upheld the decision for relocation to Vantara.
- Who
- Elephant Mahadevi (Madhuri), PETA, Vantara Wildlife Centre, the Supreme Court, and the Bombay High Court.
- What
- The relocation of elephant Mahadevi (Madhuri) from a religious institution to Vantara Wildlife Centre.
- When
- Ongoing, with the initial relocation happening earlier in the year.
- Where
- Kolhapur, Maharashtra, and Vantara Wildlife Centre, Gujarat.
- Why
- To provide better living conditions, address her medical issues, and improve her overall well-being.
- Animal
- Elephant Mahadevi (Madhuri)
- Previous Location
- Religious institution, Kolhapur
- Current Location
- Vantara Wildlife Centre
- Court Involvement
- Bombay High Court, Supreme Court
- Health Issues
- Arthritis, foot rot, psychological distress
- Welfare Focus
- Animal Rehabilitation
Sources
Elephant Madhuri Relocated to Gujarat Facility Run by Vantara
Kolhapur: Thousands march to bring back Mahadevi from Vantara
Vantara Sends Heartfelt Video Message To People From Kolhapur Over Madhuri's Relocation, Shows Special Arrangements Made For Elephant
Thousands participate in silent march to seek Mahadevi’s return from Vantara
'Acted In Accordance With Judicial And Regulatory Directives': Vantara On Elephant Mahadevi's Transfer
Thousands march in Kolhapur demanding return of elephant Mahadevi from Vantara - Telegraph India
Maharashtra: Thousands Join Silent March In Kolhapur To Demand Return Of Elephant Mahadevi From Vantara (Video)
Elephant Mahadevi Is Free And Healing At Vantara: Madhuri’s 33-Year Wait, Abuse & Injures
Mahadevi, The Elephant At The Centre Of A Tug-Of-War–And Why She’s Not Alone
Vantara’s Expanding Role in Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation
