Vantara Sanctuary has decided to establish a satellite rehabilitation centre for the Mahadevi elephant, ‘Madhuri’, in the Nandani area of Maharashtra’s Kolhapur. Vantara acknowledged the deep religious and cultural significance that Madhuri holds for the Jain Matha and the people of Kolhapur. For decades, she has been an integral part of deep-rooted spiritual practices and community life. “We recognise and respect the sentiments of the devotees, the leadership of the Jain Matha, and the wider community who have expressed their concerns and attachment to Madhuri’s presence in Kolhapur,” the statement read.
