The Bombay High Court has permitted the safe capture and temporary translocation of wild elephant Omkar to Gujarat’s Vantara facility. The court said the move is necessary for public safety and Omkar’s welfare, directing that care be taken so the elephant is not harmed.
The Supreme Court Today (Aug 11) said it will hear on Thursday a petition claiming elephants were forcibly taken to Gujarat’s Vantara facility. CJI BR Gavai directed the matter to be listed later this week.
Vantara clarifies it followed Supreme Court and Bombay High Court directions in transferring elephant Mahadevi from Kolhapur. Offers full support for her return if Court permits.
