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Dailymirror.news,Jamnagar, Gujarat,August 22, 2026: A 53-year-old female elephant named Joymoti, rescued from floodwaters in Nagaland and Assam, has been airlifted to Vantara in Jamnagar for specialised veterinary treatment.
Joymoti was swept away by severe flooding in Nagaland in July and was later rescued with the support of local communities and government agencies. The elephant suffered several injuries, including wounds to her forehead, right ear, abdomen, left inner thigh and the area near her tail. She also sustained a serious wound around her external genital area that had become infected with maggots.
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Her right eye has suffered severe damage and she is blind in that eye, with continued tearing. Joymoti also has a longstanding problem with her left hind leg following a fracture reportedly sustained during logging. The condition has affected her mobility and made it difficult for her to move normally in search of food and water.
Following the rescue, Joymoti received initial veterinary care, including wound treatment, pain management, nutritional supplements and supportive therapy. However, doctors determined that her multiple injuries, advanced age and mobility issues required more comprehensive treatment in a specialised elephant hospital.
Air transfer planned to reduce travel stress..
The decision to transport Joymoti by air was taken based on her medical condition and welfare needs. The shorter journey is intended to reduce the physical strain associated with prolonged ground transportation.
The transfer involved extensive veterinary and logistical planning, with attention given to Joymoti’s condition before departure, her safe loading, monitoring during the flight and her arrival at the specialised facility.
According to the information provided, the air transfer is being undertaken solely for medical treatment and is not a permanent relocation. Once at Vantara, Joymoti will undergo a detailed veterinary examination and receive treatment for her injuries and eye condition, along with nutritional and supportive care.
Focus on strengthening wildlife healthcare in Assam..
Joymoti’s case has also highlighted the need for specialised wildlife healthcare facilities closer to areas where emergencies occur.
Vantara has proposed three wildlife veterinary care centres in Assam, including a dedicated facility for elephants. The proposed centres are intended to improve access to species-specific veterinary services and emergency treatment for wildlife closer to their natural habitats.
The centres are proposed to operate independently under the Assam Forest Department, with the broader objective of building local capacity and reducing the need for long-distance transportation of injured wildlife. https://vantara.in/en
For now, Joymoti’s priority is specialised medical care and recovery. Her treatment is aimed at giving the elderly elephant the best possible opportunity to regain her health and live safely with appropriate long-term support.
