Animatronic Elephant to teach children about animal welfare

March 18, Pune, City-based Frida Art House in partnership with People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India has introduced first-of-its-kind innovative educational initiative in Asia, called ‘Ellie - The Animatronic Elephant’, to raise awareness about animal well-being and welfare.

Designed and developed by Prasun Basu, Ellie was developed by seamlessly integrating traditional

craftsmanship with cutting-edge technologies to bring imagination to life in tangible forms.

From working with materials like plaster and clay to advanced substances like polyurethane and silicone, Prasun has extended his mastery from traditional sculpting to laser cutting and 3D printing.

Standing tall at 6.5 feet, Ellie is a 12-year-old hyper-realistic captivating creation, a powerful tool designed to engage and educate children about animal welfare.

With enchanting voice of well-known actress Dia Mirza, Ellie offers a unique interactive experience aimed at shedding light on the challenges faced by elephants and the importance of animal rights.

Through engaging sessions, Ellie inspires empathy and encourages children to become advocates for animal welfare.

Speaking about the initiative Shraddha Gite, founder of Frida Art House, said, "It is a significant step towards raising awareness and instilling compassion in our younger generations about animals. We want students to join us at Frida Art House, as we embark on this mission to make a difference with ‘Ellie - the Animatronic Elephant’ to ignite change and create a brighter future for all living beings.”

‘Ellie - The Animatronic Elephant’ will meet her young friends from March 19 to 24 at Frida Art House in Pune.