Elephants to get a retirement home
India is to open a retirement home for elephants which have played an active role in religious ceremonies.The animals can be used for up-to 40 years in the ceremonies where they are painted and are worshiped.
But while they are prized few owners can afford to look after them after they stop working - they cost £350 per month to maintain and the average wage is just £50.
Now the state government will open a 1,000 acre home in Kottur, southwestern India where the elephants will be cared for.
The first 30 elephants will move in this month, though numbers are expected to rise quickly.
For a small fee the current owners while be able to visit the animals in their new home.
The first 30 elephants will move in this month, though numbers are expected to rise quickly.
For a small fee the current owners while be able to visit the animals in their new home.
