Military Support for Bhathiya Begins Today ‼️
As of today, military support has been extended for the treatment efforts of Bhathiya the elephant. Accordingly, from this morning, a team of STF officers has joined to assist the elephant.
All preparations are in place to remove the elephant from the water pit and proceed with treatment either tomorrow or in the coming days. Today, sandbags were placed to raise his head, and wastewater is being regularly removed and replaced with fresh water. The white cloth that was earlier draped above has now been removed, and a proper tent is currently being set up.
The elephant's blood samples, taken yesterday, are now being examined at the University of Peradeniya. According to unofficial reports, the only concern is a slight deficiency in platelets.
It is a great joy for all of us to see that the pressure exerted through social media has led to positive action.