🌱 What Happened
In 2015, Wildlife SOS, a non-profit organization based in India, completed a risky yet heartwarming rescue operation. They saved an elephant named Raju from fifty years of cruelty and reintroduced him to his family.
💡 Impact
Raju’s rescue not only shed light on the cruelty faced by elephants in captivity but also inspired thousands across the globe. The story was covered by multiple media houses, bringing animal cruelty issues to the forefront.
📍 The Bigger Picture
Today, Raju lives happily in an Animal Care Centre in Mathura, where he enjoys the company of his family, including two female elephants, Laxmi and Chanchal, who were also rescued by the organization.
- Wildlife SOS has rescued over 600 animals, including elephants, leopards, and bears.
- They run one of the largest bear rescue centers in India, housing over 130 bears.
- The organization also provides medical services to over 2000 elephants annually.
To support Wildlife SOS in their mission to save more animals like Raju, you can make a donation or adopt an animal. Be a part of this positive change, one step at a time. For more information about Wildlife SOS and how you can help, visit their website here.