Mysuru Dasara elephants gain up to 285 kg during festival stay; Abhimanyu records highest increase
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The significant weight gain observed in the 13 elephants highlights the physical impact of the festival on the animals. Forest officials confirmed the elephants are in good health, which is a key indicator of the welfare standards maintained during the event.
The Mysuru Dasara elephant squad gained between 130 kg and 285 kg during its stay in the city. The final weight assessment covered all 13 elephants before their return to forest camps. Forest officer Prabhugowda said the elephants, including squad captain Prashantha, were in good health after the celebrations.
Mysuru Dasara is a major annual festival in Karnataka, India, where a squad of elephants from forest camps is brought to the city for public celebrations. These animals are typically monitored for health and weight changes before and after the event to ensure their well-being.
- •The return of the elephants to their forest camps.
- •Long-term health assessments following the festival period.