Kerala uses 'mechanical elephant' to perform temple rituals

Kerala uses 'mechanical elephant' to perform temple rituals

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Category : State Published on: February 28 2023

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  • For the first time in Indian history, a 'mechanical elephant' has been used for rituals at the Sri Krishna Temple in Kerala.
  • The mechanical elephant will perform temple rituals here.
  • It is presented by PETA India.
  • This elephant has been named 'Raman'. Its weight is 800 kg, and it can carry 4 people.
  • The elephant's head, eyes, mouth, ears and tail all work on electricity.
  • PETA India is ‘People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals’. 
  • It is a Mumbai-based NGO working to end the abusive treatment of animals. It was launched in 2000.
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