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Vantara Accepts Order for Madhuri’s Return to Kolhapur
An elephant named Madhuri is allowed to return to Kolhapur.
In Kolhapur, she is also called Mahadevi.
A committee said she can return under strict safety rules.
She cannot be used in processions or for other purposes.
She must receive care all day and night.
Doctors must examine her every two weeks.
Vantara says her health has improved but she still has long-term medical problems.
Vantara will continue helping look after her after she returns.
Vantara said it will comply with the High-Powered Committee’s order allowing elephant Madhuri to return to Kolhapur.
Madhuri, also known as Mahadevi in Kolhapur, was moved to Vantara in Jamnagar on July 30, 2025.
The order bars her use in processions, requires round-the-clock care and mandates medical examinations every fortnight.
Vantara said Madhuri’s condition has stabilised but her chronic health problems require ongoing veterinary treatment and monitoring.
Vantara said it arranged care facilities in Nandani and will continue fortnightly veterinary visits after her relocation.
- Who
- Vantara, the High-Powered Committee, and elephant Madhuri, also known as Mahadevi.
- What
- The committee permitted Madhuri to return to Kolhapur, subject to strict welfare and medical conditions, and Vantara agreed to comply.
- Where
- Madhuri is due to return from Vantara in Jamnagar, Gujarat, to a facility at Nandani in Kolhapur.
- When
- The High-Powered Committee issued its order on September 9, 2026; Vantara issued its statement on September 11.
- Why
- The return was permitted after the committee heard the parties, reviewed reports, and inspected the Nandani facility, while Vantara said Madhuri’s chronic conditions require continued care.
Return Under Committee Conditions
Continued Medical Safeguards
Where Madhuri should be housed
Return Under Committee Conditions
The High-Powered Committee permitted Madhuri to return to Kolhapur after inspecting the Nandani facility and reviewing reports.
Continued Medical Safeguards
Vantara accepted the return but stressed that Madhuri’s chronic conditions require supportive management and regular veterinary monitoring wherever she is housed.
Responsibilities after relocation
Return Under Committee Conditions
The committee’s conditions require round-the-clock care, fortnightly examinations, reporting to authorities, and no use in processions.
Continued Medical Safeguards
Vantara said it will continue fortnightly veterinary visits and assist with medicines, equipment, infrastructure, and future improvements.
Key facts
- Elephant’s names
- Madhuri; known as Mahadevi in Kolhapur
- Current centre
- Vantara, an animal rescue and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat
- Transfer to Vantara
- July 30, 2025
- Return decision
- The High-Powered Committee permitted the return on September 9, 2026
- Medical requirement
- Fortnightly medical examinations and reports to competent authorities
- Use restriction
- Madhuri cannot be used in processions or for any other purpose
- Continued support
- Vantara said its veterinarians will visit her in Kolhapur every two weeks
Quotes
Vantara
Reliance-backed animal rescue and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar
“Madhuri’s wellbeing remains Vantara’s first concern. Our commitment to her health, welfare and dignity does not depend on where she lives. We wish her good health and a long, safe and happy life.”
theprint.in
rediff.com
“This is about continuity of care and safeguarding her welfare, wherever she is housed.”
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rediff.com
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