Raju's story is one of the most widely shared elephant rescues in India. According to the animal welfare group that freed him, he spent most of his life in chains, used by his owners to beg from tourists, until a night-time rescue moved him to a sanctuary. Here is what has been reported, and what remains unconfirmed. A Life in Captivity Reports say Raju was taken from the … [Read more...] about Raju the Elephant: Chained for Decades, Then Rescued — What We Know
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Blind elephant takes first steps to freedom after a lifetime of abuse
A 46-year-old blind elephant has taken her first steps to freedom after a lifetime of abuse and captivity. Karma spent a lifetime being herded through the crowded streets of India carrying heavy loads or begging, a stressful experience for a blind elephant. She was rescued by Wildlife SOS in December 2019 and is gaining her confidence back in her new … [Read more...] about Blind elephant takes first steps to freedom after a lifetime of abuse