KARACHI: A 17-year-old elephant in Karachi zoo, Noor Jehan, died on Saturday after more than three-month illness triggered by negligence of the zoo administration.
The development was confirmed by Karachi Administrator Saifur Rehman, stating that all-out efforts were made to save the life of the ailing elephant. He said international veterinary doctors had also visited Pakistan for her treatment.
Noor Jehan’s health further deteriorated earlier this month after she fell into a pond inside her enclosure. The zoo management said they used a crane, ropes, and belts to lift her out of the water.
