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Officials of the Hindu Religious and Charitable Endowments (HR&CE) Department connected Monday inspected the elephant rejuvenation campy tract astatine Thekkampatti adjacent Mettupalayam successful Coimbatore district.
The yearly camp, organised by the HR&CE Department, was introduced during the AIADMK regime. More than 40 temple elephants from crossed Tamil Nadu usually enactment successful the 48-day camp, during which they acquisition wellness check-ups and are provided with nutritious nutrient nether the supervision of veterinarians and mahouts.
The campy was discontinued aft 2021. Following the enactment of the TVK government, discussions are nether mode to revive the programme.
A squad led by HR&CE Joint Commissioner Ramesh Kumar inspected facilities for lodging elephants and mahouts, fodder retention areas, locations for bathing facilities on the Bhavani river, and routes for walking exercises. The officials besides discussed the installation of solar-powered fencing and watchtowers astir the campy premises.
Mr. Ramesh Kumar said a study connected the inspection would beryllium submitted to the State authorities for further action.
