Karachi Safari Park’s authority has contacted Sri Lankan doctors and the Four Paws team” for the treatment of two elephants in the park who have been diagnosed with tuberculosis (TB).
Mayor Murtaza Wahab has also confirmed the news about the illness of the giant animals.
Tuberculosis (TB) is a severe illness in elephants caused by either Mycobacterium tuberculosis or M. bovis. This ancient disease affects free-ranging elephant populations.
The mayor has announced that no more large animals will be added to the Safari Park.
He also said that the city authorities want to ensure that the general public, especially those without memberships to big clubs, can enjoy the park.
The mayor announced that a screen will be installed at Safari Park to watch the Pakistan-India match.
He reported that the Red Line project will be completed within “two years” to ease travel difficulties for citizens.
He also announced plans to construct “50 new parks” in Karachi this year, with openings expected to begin soon.
