CNP prepares to gift two elephant calves to Qatar
Summary
Two elephant calves born at Chitwan National Park's Elephant Breeding and Training Centre are set to be gifted to Qatar as diplomatic gestures within two months.
Key Points
- Two elephant calves named Rudrakali and Khagendra Prasad from Chitwan National Park are being prepared as gifts to Qatar.
- The calves will be transported via chartered cargo flight from Bhairahawa Airport after an enclosure is constructed for their safe transfer.
- This is the first time elephant calves born at the Elephant Breeding and Training Centre are gifted abroad.
- Nepal has historically gifted various animals like rhinoceroses and crocodiles to friendly nations to strengthen bilateral relations.
