Kaavan, dubbed the “world’s loneliest elephant” after languishing alone for years in a Pakistani zoo, was readied Sunday for his flight to a sanctuary in Cambodia. The task of getting him into an elephant-sized metal box for transport was the most crucial step in rescuing him from the dire conditions he’s lived in for 35 years. Kaavan is set to leave aboard a Russian cargo plane for the 25,000-acre sanctuary early Monday morning. The plight of the male Asian elephant, who’s been alone since the death of his partner Saheli in 2012, has captured worldwide attention. Kaavan was diagnosed earlier this year as being dangerously overweight. Kaavan’s wounds are emotional as well as physical. The loss of his mate took a toll on Kaavan’s mental health.

Geshna

Updated At : 09:05 PM Nov 30, 2020 IST

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