The 18-month-old calf, Maya, was moved to Jamnagar to receive medical care for a genetic bone disorder.
An 18-month-old elephant calf named Maya was airlifted from Kerala to Vantara's veterinary facility in Jamnagar, Gujarat, on November 5 and 6, according to reports by Times of India, Firstpost and The New Indian Express.
The calf, who weighs between 125 kg and 130 kg, was transferred to receive treatment for osteopenia, a genetic bone disorder that has left her unable to stand or walk.
Kerala Chief Wildlife Warden P. Pugazhendi said the calf had been receiving treatment at the Kodanad elephant centre in Kochi since she was found as a newborn on a riverbank in April 2025.
Following a fall in July 2026, Maya suffered fractures and her condition deteriorated, leading a medical board to initially recommend euthanasia due to limited local infrastructure.
Vantara, a wildlife conservation initiative founded by Anant Ambani, agreed to provide specialised care, including potential hormone and gene therapy, at its own expense.
The treatment plan is expected to last four to six months, after which Vantara will facilitate Maya's return to Abhayaranyam in Kerala once she regains her health.
