North India Statesman
In preparation for the world-renowned Mysuru Dasara festivities and the iconic Jamboo Savari procession, the participating royal elephants have undergone a remarkable physical transformation. Under strict veterinary supervision at the Mysuru Palace grounds, the entire jumbo contingent collectively gained nearly 1,000 kilograms of optimal body mass. Forest officials and wildlife experts implemented a specialized high-calorie, nutrient-dense diet plan usually consumed by humans, ensuring that the majestic animals achieved peak endurance, strength, and overall physical vitality ahead of their grand public appearance.
The Secret Behind the Special Diet and Fitness Regimen
The tailored dietary routine designed by forest veterinary officers replaced standard forest forage with rich, energy-dense natural ingredients. Daily meals for the pachyderms featured cooked pulses, wheat, boiled rice, jaggery, coconut, onion, and high-protein multi-grain mixtures infused with pure ghee. Complemented by daily morning and evening walking drills across urban parade routes, this specialized nutrition boosted muscle density while ensuring agility and stamina, helping the gentle giants adapt seamlessly to loud crowds, royal cannons, and heavy ceremonial gear.
Female Elephant Sugriva Outshines as the Fitness Champion
Among the entire royal lineup, the female elephant Sugriva staged an extraordinary physical comeback that impressed both caretakers and public spectators alike. Having arrived at the camp in a noticeably lean and underweight state, Sugriva recorded an astounding weight gain under the customized feed plan, displaying fivefold fitness improvements in her energy levels and gait. Caretakers, mahouts, and veterinary surgeons praised Sugriva’s rapid recovery, hailing her transformation as a shining success story of modern wildlife care during Karnataka’s premier cultural grand spectacle.
