Srikanta the heaviest among the nine Dasara elephants at 5,790 kg

Srikanta, a 57-year-old tusker from Mathigodu Elephant Camp. | Photo credit: MA Sriram

Among the nine Dasara elephants who have arrived in Mysuru and are set to begin their routine training at Jamboo Savari, 57-year-old tusker Srikanta is the heaviest. An elephant from the Mathigodu Elephant Camp weighs an incredible 5,790 kg.

The weight of all nine elephants was checked on a scale before training began here on Sunday (August 30). The exercise is done to monitor the health and condition of the elephants and ensure that they gain adequate weight before their participation in the Dasara procession.

Tusker Ekalavya is the second heaviest at 5,600 kg, followed by Dhananjaya at 5,530 kg.

Other elephants weighing more than 5,000 kg include Mahendra (5,490 kg), Prashantha (5,205 kg) and Gopi (5,170 kg).

Srirama weighs 4,820 kg while Lakshmi and Kaveri weigh 3,990 kg and 3,075 kg respectively.

The elephants, which arrived as part of the Gajapayan on August 26 and were welcomed at the Mysuru Palace premises on August 28, were taken to the weighbridge under the supervision of forest department officials. Police officers were deployed to ensure safety during their movement.

The sight of elephants marching through the streets attracted considerable attention from onlookers who gathered along the roads to watch and photograph the jumbos. The elephants are expected to start their training from Monday (August 31).

Temporary shelters were provided within the palace premises for elephants, mahouts, kavadis and their family members. The elephants are given nutritious food to help them gain weight and maintain the required condition before the Jamboo Savari.

Published – 30 Aug 2026 18:18 IST