With time, Lakhi’s age caught up with her, and she showed signs of slowing down, old injuries got inflamed and she seemed to prefer resting against the mud beds in her enclosure
With time, Lakhi’s age caught up with her, and she showed signs of slowing down, old injuries got inflamed and she seemed to prefer resting against the mud beds in her enclosure. Late Saturday evening on the 3rd of March, she seemed more weary than usual, and even as her knees buckled under her, Asha and Coco rushed to her side to support her. Asha appeared calm and strong, as if she knew in her own way that this was it – Coco panicked initially, rushing about and running circles around her fallen friend. The team rushed in, the crane was called in to lift her back to her feet and support her – the elephants moved aside and watched, Asha touching them gently as they huddled together. They stood back as the team tried to get her back to her feet, even the younger elephants seemed uncharacteristically calm. Maybe they knew, maybe they realised it was time to let go and had their chance to say their goodbyes, and wanted to let her pass in peace. Lakhi resisted being lifted, as if she too knew her time had come. She let out her final breath and slumped down against the mud bed, eyes shut looking like she was completely at peace. As the team moved away, heartbroken, Asha rumbled loudly from where she was standing, but none of the elephants moved – Coco let out a small wail, and from every enclosure elephants responded softly with rumbles, trumpets and huffs all the way from the bulls to the closerby females like Phoolkali like an orchestra of calm, reassuring solidarity for their fallen friend.
Username: All_the_Best Published on 2024-12-24 11:53:18 ID NUMBER: 127760
Prabalgad is a popular tourist attraction which is situated in front of the Sahyadri mountain range. It is located exactly at the Matheran and Panvel intersection. The Fort stood tall against all odds in history and have continued to be the beautiful and popular architecture in the Raigad District. Locals and natives often visit the place for a weekend hangout with friends and family.
Location: Raigad District, Maharashtra
Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing
Whether it be taking top hikes or enjoying camping with friends, Harishchandragad is a popular location for the locals and tourists visiting the place. This landmark has a great influence on the surrounding region and is best known for taking detours to viewpoints.
Location: Ahmadnagar District
Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing
Situated near the town of Mandangad, this classic architecture is at a 2Km distance from the town. It is a popular sightseeing location for the locals and the tourists. The cannon, which is 400 years old, is the popularity of the Fort, and the location is perfect for capturing some of the best pictures.
Location: Ratnagiri District
Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing
Prabalgad is a popular tourist attraction which is situated in front of the Sahyadri mountain range. It is located exactly at the Matheran and Panvel intersection. The Fort stood tall against all odds in history and have continued to be the beautiful and popular architecture in the Raigad District. Locals and natives often visit the place for a weekend hangout with friends and family.
Location: Raigad District, Maharashtra
Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing
Whether it be taking top hikes or enjoying camping with friends, Harishchandragad is a popular location for the locals and tourists visiting the place. This landmark has a great influence on the surrounding region and is best known for taking detours to viewpoints.
Location: Ahmadnagar District
Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing
Situated near the town of Mandangad, this classic architecture is at a 2Km distance from the town. It is a popular sightseeing location for the locals and the tourists. The cannon, which is 400 years old, is the popularity of the Fort, and the location is perfect for capturing some of the best pictures.
Location: Ratnagiri District
Known For: Trekking, Photography, Sightseeing
