The illness of an elephant rekindles the debate on conservation in zoos

An African elephant named Madhu Bala at Karachi Safari Park in Pakistan is suffering from tuberculosis, with her health worsening, including a loss of over 200 kg and bacterial and parasitic infections. Foreign veterinary experts have administered intensive treatment, and after three weeks, her blood tests show improvement. Animal rights advocates are calling for animals to be kept in their natural habitats rather than zoos or private farms, emphasizing hope for her recovery. The case renews the debate on animal conservation in the wild.