Supreme Court panel orders Madhuri the elephant returned to Kolhapur
After more than a year away in Gujarat for treatment, Madhuri, also called Mahadevi, made her way back to Kolhapur this week.
The Supreme Court's high-powered committee ordered her return, making sure she gets proper care.
While at Vantara, Madhuri received treatment for foot rot, arthritis, and was also experiencing psychological distress due to prolonged isolation.
Hundreds welcome Madhuri at Nandani Math
Madhuri's journey was pretty special: she traveled in a custom elephant ambulance and got a warm welcome with flowers from Pune locals.
Hundreds showed up at Nandani Math to celebrate her homecoming after big public campaigns.
Now, she will not be part of processions and will get medical checkups every two weeks, just what the committee recommended.
Nandani Math improves Madhuri's living space
Nandani Math has made changes after concerns about her living space, like improving enclosures and removing nearby domestic animals.
Vantara's veterinarians will keep monitoring her health, and more upgrades are planned so Madhuri stays happy and healthy.