Adah Sharma collaborates with PETA for a robotic temple
In a significant gesture promoting animal welfare and cultural preservation, actress Adah Sharma has donated a mechanical elephant to the renowned Pournamikavu Temple in Kerala, in collaboration with PETA India.
The mechanical elephant, named Baladhasan, stands as a symbol of embracing technological advancements to safeguard deep-rooted traditions and heritage. This initiative aims to ensure the well-being of elephants, a species facing endangerment, by allowing them to live freely in their natural habitats with their families.
Adah Sharma emphasis on the importance of balancing tradition with modern innovation
Expressing her enthusiasm for the project, Adah Sharma emphasized the importance of balancing tradition with modern innovation. “Technological progress allows us to preserve our rich cultural heritage while ensuring elephants can thrive in their natural environment,” she said.
The mechanical elephant will facilitate the temple’s sacred rituals, providing a safe and respectful alternative that avoids the risks associated with live elephant participation. This approach underscores a progressive shift towards animal-friendly practices while maintaining the sanctity of religious customs.
The temple committee expressed gratitude:
“We are thrilled to welcome Baladhasan on this auspicious Pournami day, honoring all divine creatures who deserve freedom and security in their natural habitats,” shared Mukya Karyadarshi MS Bhuvanachandran of Pournamikavu Temple. The temple committee expressed gratitude for the initiative, highlighting its significance in promoting compassion towards animals.
PETA India, known for its animal rights advocacy, collaborated closely with Adah Sharma and the temple authorities to realize this innovative solution. The mechanical elephant serves as a symbolic representation of evolving attitudes towards animal welfare within cultural and religious contexts. The initiative has garnered praise for its progressive approach, blending tradition with modern ethical standards. By embracing such initiatives, communities can uphold age-old customs while ensuring the well-being of all living beings involved.