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India is witnessing a unique shift in temple traditions as robotic elephants are being introduced in some Kerala temples as an alternative to live animals used in rituals and festivals. Developed using fibreglass, iron and rubber, these life-sized robotic elephants can move, flap their ears and spray water, offering a cruelty-free alternative while preserving ritual practices. The move, supported by animal welfare groups including PETA India, has sparked debate between tradition and modern ethics. While activists welcome the change, traditionalists argue that live elephants hold deep spiritual significance that machines cannot replace. Daniela Laurel brings you this report on Spotlight.

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Kerala Temples turn to Robot Elephants | Spotlight

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