Bannerghatta: For the first time in the world, a bear has been fitted with an artificial limb. A rare event has taken place at the Bannerghatta Biological Park, marking a milestone in veterinary medicine with the successful fitting of an artificial leg for a bear. This procedure was performed on a bear that had lost its leg.Also Read: Rising Rowdy Activities in Bengaluru: CCB Plans to Exile Notorious Criminals

First-of-its-Kind in India: The bear, named Vasikaran, underwent this groundbreaking procedure. The three-day operation to fit the artificial limb was carried out through a collaboration between Bannerghatta Biological Park, Wildlife SOS, and the Karnataka Forest Department.: PALAY® Straw Hat Sun Hats for Women,Wide Brim Cap Beach Hat for Women Stylish UV Protection Cap,Summer Packable Travel Sun Visor Hat - UPF 50+

In 2019, Vasikaran was rescued from the Bellary forest area. The bear had been caught in a poacher’s trap, fighting for its life, and suffered a broken hind left leg, causing immense distress. It was brought to the Bannerghatta Bear Rescue Centre, where treatment led to an improvement in its health.

The bear had adapted to walking on three legs, but during a visit to Bannerghatta, global animal orthopedics expert Dr. Derrick Campana from the United States observed Vasikaran’s movement. Recognizing the bear’s struggle to dig soil, climb trees, and forage, Dr. Campana designed and fitted an artificial limb. With the prosthetic leg, Vasikaran can now move as it did before, a moment that filled the operation team with joy and pride as they witnessed the bear’s recovery.