First Birthday of Elephant Calf 'Krishna' Celebrated with Great Enthusiasm in Bandhavgarh; Enjoys a Cake Made of Fruits and Sugarcane—Frolics with His Mother Bandhavi
Umaria: The first birthday of the elephant calf, Krishna, was celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Umaria, Madhya Pradesh. On the occasion of his birthday recently, the Tiger Reserve management and the mahouts (elephant keepers) made special arrangements.
The calf, born to the elephant Bandhavi, was named by Chief Minister Dr. Mohan Yadav on December 31, 2025. During his visit to Umaria on October 14, 2026, Dr. Yadav inquired about Krishna’s well-being and gave instructions to celebrate his birthday in a special way.
For his birthday, Krishna was treated to a special cake prepared with multigrain flour flatbreads (rotis), bananas, apples, sugarcane, and jaggery. He thoroughly enjoyed this nutritious cake and spent time frolicking with his mother, Bandhavi.
On the morning of his birthday, the mahouts gave Krishna a special bath. Afterward, he was seen playing alongside his mother, Bandhavi. His playful antics charmed the mahouts and the Forest Department staff. Through this event, the Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve management highlighted the care provided to wildlife and the deep affection the staff holds for these animals.
The Chief Minister also shared birthday wishes for Krishna’s first birthday on social media. At the famous 'Elephant Festival' held in Bandhavgarh, this little cub remained a major attraction for tourists and wildlife enthusiasts alike.