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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Kerala uses 'mechanical elephant' to perform temple rituals