Vantara is overwhelmed to see the tireless religious sentiments of the Jain monastery and the people of Kolhapur about Hathini Madhuri. Vantara, while presenting her side in this matter, said that Madhuri has been a part of the spiritual traditions and community of Kolhapur for many decades. We all devotees, the leadership of the Jain monastery and the sentiments of the entire community, who have expressed concern about the presence of Madhuri in Kolhapur.
Vantara, while presenting his side, said that if the court allows, we can make a rehabilitation center for Madhuri in Kolhapur with Jain monastery and government officials. We have to end the opposition and come together for Madhuri. A petition has been filed in the Supreme Court to transfer Hathini Madhuri from Kolhapur in Maharashtra to Jamnagar, Gujarat, which is to be heard on 11 August.
Steps taken due to court order
Vantara has made it clear that in this case he has fully followed the orders of the Hon’ble Supreme Court and the Bombay High Court. Apart from this, no one has been interfered. The decision to take Madhuri to another place was on the court’s order. In this case, Vantara was given the responsibility of taking care of Madhuri, veterinary assistance and living space, which we are fulfilling. Vantara never took the initiative to take Madhuri to another place. Apart from this, there was no intention of interfering in religious sentiments or practices.
Vantara made it clear that he is fully committed to following the law, taking care of animals and collaborating with the community. If Jain Math and Maharashtra government file a petition in the court to bring Madhuri back to Kolhapur, Vantara will fully support it. On getting the approval of the court, we will return Madhuri in a safe and respectable manner. Also, all types of technical and medical help will also be given.
New rehabilitation center in Kolhapur
Vantara has also proposed that he can set up a satellite rehabilitation center for Madhuri in Nandani area of Kolhapur, along with the Jain Math and the Maharashtra government. This center set for animals care The rules and the high-power committee experts will be made based on the advice, which will meet all the international level standards set for elephant care.
These facilities will be in the proposed center
- Special hydrotherapy pond for joints and muscles
- A large pit of water for swimming and natural activities
- Laser Therapy and Treatment Room for Physical Rehabilitation
- Covered area for rest and security at night
- Another special pond for rehabilitation
- Green grounds to roam in open space without chain
- Sand pit for natural behavior and environmental enrichment
- 24×7 Advanced Veterinary Clinic for Medical Care
- Rubbed flooring for safe and comfortable comfort
- Sand sloping mound
Vantara also said that the process of choosing land for this center should be done with the Jain Math and the Maharashtra government. After getting the necessary permission and approval, the expert team of Vantara is ready to start work with the concerned officials.
Vantara put his side
Team Vantara has clearly stated that this proposal is only to follow any direction of the court and to ensure Madhuri’s care according to international standards. Its purpose is not to promote or recognize Vantara. This is just a suggestion, there is no condition of any kind. We will fully respect any alternative proposal of Jain monastery and follow the instructions of the court.
If despite following the orders of the court, any of our action has hurt the sentiments of the Jain community or the people of Kolhapur, then we apologize for this. If ‘Michhami Dukkadam’, if our thoughts, words or karma have been intentionally or inadvertently, then we apologize.
Vantara is committed to the good of animals, Institutional Integrity and respectable cooperation with all communities of the country. We will prioritize the good of animals assigned for care as well as following the law. Vantara has called upon the people that we should unite and move forward instead of protesting, because Madhuri’s care is first for all of us.