Suman(XII)
- Actor
Suman is an Elephant who appeared in a tv series named Bandhan. She was only 3 years old during the show and appeared in a male baby elephant role. She was central character of the show. Makers of the show faced opposition from Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) and animal rights organization, PETA India for abusing Suman. According to media reports, AWBI and PETA conducted an inspection and found out that elephant, Suman, was treated poorly on the sets. Suman had developed skin infection and exhibited abnormal behaviour. Handlers also reportedly threatened her with sticks in front of the inspectors and she was not provided with adequate access to drinking water, appropriate housing or necessary veterinary care. Suman, the baby elephant, is three years old and separating her from her mother has been called 'unethical' by PETA. According to a news published in Times of India, AWBI has canceled the permission to use the animal.