Joymoti, a 53-year-old female elephant who survived devastating floods in Nagaland and Assam in July, was airlifted to Vantara in Jamnagar for urgent veterinary care, according to livemint.com. The elephant sustained multiple injuries, including wounds on her forehead, right ear, tail area, left inner thigh, abdomen, and a severe wound around her external genital area infested with maggots.
Joymoti was swept away by floodwaters in Nagaland during the second week of July. Local communities and government agencies collaborated in her rescue. Due to the severity of her injuries, she was transported by air to Vantara, a facility known for specialised veterinary treatment. The move aims to provide her with the necessary medical attention to aid recovery.
The airlifting of Joymoti highlights the challenges wildlife face during natural disasters in Northeast India, where floods have increasingly endangered animals. Vantara's involvement underscores the growing role of specialised centres in wildlife conservation and treatment. Such efforts are critical as similar incidents have prompted calls for enhanced disaster response mechanisms for vulnerable species in the region.
Joymoti's transfer to Vantara was completed on August 22, 2026, marking a significant step in her treatment process. Veterinary teams at Vantara are now focused on addressing her complex injuries to improve her chances of recovery, as reported by livemint.com.