Year of arrival: 2017
Age at the time of arrival: approximately 45 years old
Sex: Female
Recognisable features: Depigmented borders on both perfectly symmetric ears
Health condition when rescued: Foot pad injuries, scars from bullhook jabs; stereotypic behaviour of swaying and head-bobbing caused by constant abuse and mental trauma
Facility: Elephant Conservation and Care Centre (ECCC)
Favourite food: Sugarcane
Closest to: Solitary in nature
Favourite activities: Pool baths, playing with her tyre enrichment
Background history: Priyanka was repeatedly struck by a bullhook to walk into the narrow lanes of a city in Uttar Pradesh. She was used as a begging elephant during the day, and a processional elephant for ceremonies at night. At Wildlife SOS Elephant Conservation and Care Centre, Priyanka got a chance to start a new life, with due attention given to her physical and psychological health. | READ MORE ABOUT PRIYANKA
