A donkey named Max, also known as Gadharaj, was the first contestant to be eliminated from Bigg Boss 18. Animal welfare organizations had appealed to the producers after their removal from the reality show. Earlier, The People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) had urged Salman Khan and the makers to oust the donkey, citing the public crisis.

People for Animals (PFA) said in a statement released on social media, “Thank you to Mrs. Maneka Sanjay Gandhi, President of People for Animals, for intervening in this matter. This success has been possible due to the collective efforts of everyone.” The community that stood up for the release of the donkey.”

The statement also read, “We are happy to inform you that the Bigg Boss team has updated us with the news that they have released the donkey. This success is a direct result of the collective efforts of all of them To those who supported and joined the cause, thank you for standing with us and showing that compassion and action can make a real difference.

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Earlier, according to the letter sent by the PETA India team on Wednesday, October 9, they had requested Salman Khan to urge producers to avoid using animals as props for entertainment.

A part of the letter reads, “This will not only prevent stress to animals and harass spectators, but will also set a powerful precedent. We also urge you to encourage Advocate Gunaratna Sadavarte, who allegedly But when Max was brought home, the donkey has been asked to be surrendered to PETA India to be rehomed in a sanctuary with other rescued donkeys, a move that will definitely win over Advocate Sadavarte’s fans. “

Bigg Boss 18 airs on Colors TV and alternatively streams on JioCinema app.