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Veterinary Teams Treat Injured Elephant in Odisha's Chandaka Forest Using Drones

A veterinary team from Nandankanan Zoological Park and OUAT treated an elephant with a swollen hind leg in Bhubaneswar's Chandaka Reserve Forest. The animal, first spotted on December 16, was tracked using drones and tranquilised for treatment with assistance from international experts. Forest officials state the elephant's recovery will require continuous monitoring.

Key Points: Odisha: Injured Elephant Treated in Chandaka Forest by International Veterinary Team

  • Veterinary team treats injured wild elephant in Odisha forest
  • DFO confirms tracking with drones and elephant trackers
  • International experts from London and Canada assist in treatment
  • Animal tranquilised for medical administration by OUAT and zoo teams
  • Recovery timeline uncertain, requiring continuous monitoring
  • Operation involved two medical teams and around 20 personnel
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Odisha: Veterinary team treats injured elephant in Bhubaneswar's Chandaka Reserve Forest

A veterinary team from Nandankanan Zoo and OUAT, with international experts, treated an elephant with a leg injury in Bhubaneswar's Chandaka Reserve Forest using drones for tracking.

"On the 16th (December), we detected this sick elephant, and our team has been continuously tracking it. On the 18th (December), we used these drones and the elephant trackers as well. - Binod Acharya / Divisional Forest Officer, Chandaka Reserve Forest"

Bhubaneswar (Odisha), December 21

A veterinary team from Nandankanan Zoological Park and the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) spotted an elephant with slow movement in the Chandaka Reserve Forest in Bhubaneswar and administered treatment.

According to sources, the elephant was found with swelling in its left hind leg and was moving slowly.

Divisional Forest Officer of Chandaka Reserve Forest, Binod Acharya, said the injured animal was first spotted on December 16, following which teams began tracking it.

He said the elephant was tracked again on December 18 with the help of drones and elephant trackers. By closely monitoring its movement, the team was able to administer appropriate treatment.

"On the 16th (December), we detected this sick elephant, and our team has been continuously tracking it. On the 18th (December), we used these drones and the elephant trackers as well," Acharya said.

To treat the elephant, experts from London, Canada and OUAT administered medicines after the animal was tranquilised.

"They have detected the sick elephant and treated it with all our experts from London, Canada and OUAT," Acharya said.

When asked about the recovery period, the forest officer said there is no fixed timeline and the animal will need continuous monitoring.

"We'll see how many days it takes. We would try our best to heal it as soon as possible," he told ANI.

He added that two medical teams were involved in the operation. "There were two doctor teams engaged in the treatment, and around 20 members were involved," he said.

Acharya added that they currently have nine elephants in captivity, both large and small, and 28 wild elephants.

- ANI

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Rahul R
This is the kind of news we need more of. Respect to the trackers and vets who spent days monitoring. Human-wildlife conflict is rising, but such compassion gives hope. Let's also ensure their habitats are protected so they don't get injured in the first place.
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Aman W
Good work, but I have a question. The article mentions experts from London and Canada. Don't we have enough qualified wildlife veterinarians in India? We should be building and relying on our own expertise for such operations. Appreciate the help, but self-reliance is key.
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Sarah B
The use of technology here is impressive! Drones for tracking is a smart move. It's a great example of how modern tech can aid in traditional conservation efforts. Wishing a speedy recovery to the gentle giant.
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Karthik V
As someone from Odisha, proud of our forest officials! Chandaka is a precious ecosystem. The fact that they tracked for days and used tranquilizers carefully shows protocol was followed. May Lord Ganesha bless the team and the elephant for a full recovery. 🙏
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Nisha Z
Continuous monitoring is crucial. The article says 28 wild elephants are there. Hope the government allocates more resources for their protection. These efforts are wonderful, but they need consistent funding and manpower. Well done to the team of 20 involved!

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