Tusker Mian Raja

Tusker Mian Raja - Mr. Sudu's in the elephant barn

He is the Mian Raja of the historic Sri Dalada Palace, who has won the love of all of us. 

It was donated to the country in 2007 by the Myanmar government, the then Prime Minister of Myanmar, Lt. Gen. Thesing Yesing.

As a regular member of the Esala Perahera Festival, he was lucky enough to carry the Perahera Karaduva once.

That is, in the 2020 Poson Perahera Festival, he was also crowned as Magulatu in the palace. But still we could not carry the Perahera Karadau in the Esala Perahera Festival and we hope that it will surely be lucky in the future.

Tusker Digha 2

Digha 2, a royal tusker  king who lived in the Kalawewa National Park and had a pair of sharp tusks like two swords spread out on both sides, has now disappeared.  Finally, it has been almost 4 years since Digha 2 was reported in 2019 and there is still no evidence as to whether Digha 2 is alive or not.

Some say that Digha 2 is dead, but no acceptable evidence has been found.  Digha 2's pair of sharp tusks made many elephants afraid to fight with him, and Digha 2 killed an elephant in 2018 by stabbing him with his tusks.  Due to this, Digha 2 tried to take the kingship of Kalawewa, but Kalawewa still had a king.  That was, Revata is the king of tuskers. 

In the year 2020, a fierce conflict between two tuskers was reported from Kalawewa, one of which was identified as Revatha.  But it was not possible to identify the other tusker and after that a dead body of a tusker was found in Kalavewa.  Many people thought that this was Digha 2 tusker, but it was impossible to say for sure as the body had already deteriorated by then.  However, the tusker's body had deep tusks and the tusks of the Revata tusker  king were not so deep.  Therefore, it cannot be said that it was Revatha's blow.  Also, if there was a fight between Digha 2 and Revata, no matter how strong Revata is, there should be at least an injury due to the couple of Digha 2.  Revatha is a stronger tusker  than Barana, but his absence of any injuries will further complicate this mystery.

Also, a fact that further complicates this mystery is the injured tusker king who was reported in Siambalangamuwa Ussagala area in April 2020.  Information was reported by the villagers that a tusker king who is believed to be roaming near the base of Digha 2 with a wound as big as a large gash in the Usagala area.  The villagers called him the tusker of Kalawewa and the tusker  king could not be seen later.  However, the wound on that foot was very big and smelly, and if the tusker king died from it, where is the tusker's body?  Where is that tusks  couple?  If there is a tusker  in Kalaveva, could it be Digha 2?  It will further complicate this mystery.  

However, it has been almost 4 years since Digha 2 disappeared and all of us who love elephants do not want to believe that Digha 2 is dead.  All of us are still hoping for Digha 2. 

 

Tusker Megha

Deduru Oya dynasty's Megha tusker 

It's been 4 years since last June 20th that the Megha tusker  King who was a royal tusker  king belonging to the Deduru Oya generation who lived in Wilpattu National Park. 

Digha 1 , 2 as well as the killed Siambalangamuwa tusker , this Deduru Oya generation royal tusker king is also known as Vayadikulam tusker and his normal migration process is to come to Wilpattu National Park through Vyadikulam, Thekkama and then migrate back to Wilachchiya area.  

The right ear was also rotted, unable to stand due to severe head injuries after a duel with another tusker or an elephant with worm tusks.  

Although the officials of Anuradhapura Veterinary Unit and Wilpattu National Park tried to cure the tusker king, the tusker king died on June 20, 2020.  

This royal tusker, who was aged between 55-60 years at the time of death, was one of the most valuable resources in this country, which owned a couple of long tusks. 

That is the law of nature.  

That is the law of the jungle.  The weak will lose and the strong will win.  

Tusker Siambalangamuwa

The introduction of a new section in the Siyabalangamuwa village, aimed at facilitating agricultural activities, was commenced recently. It was revealed to us by the residents, including elders, youth, and farmers, that this new section is the initiative of a prominent figure in the village. He later assumed the title "Head of Siyabalangamuwa" to signify his leadership. The establishment of this section under his leadership was seen as a significant step towards organizing agricultural activities effectively within the village.

In addition, with the onset of the rainy season, a search for suitable land for cultivation began promptly. Efforts were made to find fertile lands where crops could be cultivated optimally. Furthermore, agreements were reached regarding the sharing of produce among the villagers. To avoid conflicts over distribution during harvest seasons, a fair system of allocation was devised. This ensured equitable distribution of agricultural resources among the villagers.

In particular, the irrigation system was upgraded to ensure efficient water supply for agricultural purposes. Wells, irrigation canals, and drainage systems were all improved to enhance agricultural productivity. Additionally, crops such as paddy, vegetables, and fruits were cultivated to meet the dietary needs of the villagers. Surplus produce was sold in nearby markets, contributing to the economic sustainability of the village.

Moreover, community leaders, agricultural experts, and religious leaders played pivotal roles in guiding and supporting agricultural endeavors. Their expertise and guidance helped in overcoming challenges and achieving agricultural prosperity in Siyabalangamuwa.

In conclusion, the agricultural developments in Siyabalangamuwa reflect a collaborative effort among the villagers, community leaders, and agricultural experts. This concerted effort has not only improved agricultural productivity but also enhanced the socio-economic well-being of the village community.

The story narrates an incident that occurred in a village, involving a mysterious event related to a person named "සියඹලන්ගමුවේ" (Siobalgamue). Siobalgamue, who was initially thought to possess extraordinary powers, suddenly lost his abilities after a certain incident.

Siobalgamue was considered a highly respected figure in the village, as he had supposedly demonstrated paranormal abilities. However, following an event in which he was involved with a group of people from another village, his abilities faded away. The exact details of the incident and the reason behind his loss of powers were unknown to the villagers.

After losing his powers, Siobalgamue's reputation declined, and he became just like any other ordinary person in the village. Despite various attempts to regain his abilities, Siobalgamue remained powerless.

The story also mentions the involvement of a group of individuals who were skeptical about Siobalgamue's powers from the beginning. These skeptics believed that Siobalgamue's abilities were merely illusions or tricks.

In the end, the villagers realized that Siobalgamue's powers were not real, and he was unable to restore his former status in the community. This incident led to a shift in the villagers' perception of paranormal phenomena, and they became more skeptical about extraordinary claims.

The dispute and conflict between two groups of monks in this area have escalated to the extent of causing concern to the authorities. In the past, there have been attempts to relocate the chief monk of the temple to another district. However, due to various reasons, negotiations failed. This conflict traces back to an incident in 2010 in Galgamuwa, where a dispute arose over the ownership of a temple land. This led to tensions, and eventually, it resulted in a violent clash between two factions within the temple.

Since then, there have been ongoing attempts to settle the dispute, but without success. The involvement of various influential individuals and organizations has complicated the situation further. Additionally, the lack of cooperation among the monks and their supporters has hindered any resolution.

Recently, a prominent religious leader intervened to mediate the conflict. However, his efforts were also in vain as both sides remained adamant in their positions. The situation escalated further when supporters from both factions clashed in the streets, leading to injuries and property damage.

At present, the situation remains tense, with both parties refusing to back down. Efforts by the local authorities and religious leaders to reconcile the opposing factions have been unsuccessful. The dispute has not only affected the temple but has also caused divisions within the community.

This ongoing conflict highlights the need for a peaceful resolution and cooperation among all parties involved. It is crucial to address the underlying issues and work towards reconciliation to prevent further escalation of tensions."

A mother elephant and her cub

 A wild elephant mother and her calf who fell into an unprotected cultivation well are rescued safely.

Polonnaruwa Site and Manampitiya Bittu officials are working to release gallons of water to Nimma Valley National Park, where a mother elephant and her calf, which had fallen into an unsafe cultivation well in the Polonnaruwa Divulana area, were safely recovered.

Our thanks to the wildlife officers and local residents who worked hard for this.

Tusker Nilame / Ekadantha

One-tusked elephants are generally believed to bring good luck.

In the year 1978, the then Minister of Ports and Maritime Affairs Mrs. Wimala Kannangara paid the one-tusked elephant or Nilame elephant to the Sri Dalada Maliga Elephant, and the number of elephants in the elephant grew rapidly.

Eka Danta or Nilame, who lived as the leader of the Dalada Maliga Elephants until his death due to an illness on March 12, 2017, was a reliable mature elephant king who could have been entrusted with the responsibility of leading the procession at any time.

I still remember like today when the procession in Nilam, swinging to the rhythm of the procession, marching on the feet under the Malveyan in a solemn royal procession. These traits can also be seen in Ekadanta's best friend Sinha Raja.

Normally Sinharaja / Nilame Athu and Perahera Karaduva Vadammana Sinharaja / Nilame Athu are clearly two different people.

For many years, Ekadanta alias Nilame performed the duty of leading the parade procession like a goddess.

As per the usual line up and timing, the noon procession starts on time

It is a challenging matter to connect with the Satara Dewala Perahera, which arrives at Diyakapa and leaves for the Katukele temple, and ritually parades around the palace square and pays the right auspiciousness.On such occasions, the procession is hurried, but Ekadanta is told to hurry without any panic. Everyone who knows Ekadanta still fondly remembers Ekadanta, who is walking at a loss as if he is not himself.

Those who experience a sudden natural death without any intervention, be it long term or premature death, are truly lucky.

Looking at it that way, the unicorn is really lucky.

May the great Nirvana be attained by a Bodhi where Ekadantaya or Nilame, who has filled Paramita for thirty-nine years for the sake of Monk Dalada or Nilame, has prayed for the end of God and man's happiness.

What makes elephants so significant ?

 

We always talk about elephants. Today we are making a difference and the good that elephants do to the environment. Otherwise, we will see why elephants are so important.

This is how they benefit the environment a lot. I hope to make them clear in a few short posts. Because we want to say this simply in a way that everyone can understand.

First of all, elephants are known as a keystone species in the environment. It means that every living being has services to this world or to nature. There are some people who can more or less cover the rest of their work with another group of organisms. But there are some people, if their work is lost, the whole ecosystem will collapse. No other living part can cover them.

Those kind of people are called elephants. If they disappear from our environment, the whole ecosystem will not be as it is. It begins to crumble. By saying this, you will understand how important they are to this nature.

You ask me what is the matter with them so much. Yes, there are many things they do for the environment.

Let's see what it is. Elephant is one of the largest land mammals. And they have a strong and big body.

We also call them ecosystem engineers. They create new ecosystems, change them and maintain ecosystems.

The holes formed by their big feet contribute to creating a small ecosystem. Let me tell you a little story. Let's imagine that when a herd of elephants regularly come to a lake to drink water, their footprints turn into holes and small water holes form in places near the lake. Because of this, other small animals do not have to go to the lake to drink water.

You can quench your thirst with this hole. It protects them. Suppose there are crocodiles in that lake. Since they are not in small pits like this, innocent animals can drink water safely without fear. Also, frogs get a habitat for mosquitoes to lay their eggs in these pits.

There are many more things to talk about them. Let's get to know them little by little. If there is any mistake in the mentioned facts, please correct them