Thechikottukavu Ramachandran is often called the tallest captive elephant in India, a claim that's hard to independently verify. What is beyond doubt is that he is 10.53ft (3.2m) tall, a majestic, imposing presence that looms large over his fellow elephants.

Thechikottukavu Ramachandran, the tallest tusker in Kerala and the second tallest one in India, is an attraction in all poorams and festivals held in Kerala. This 316 cm tall elephant is a captive elephant owned by the Thechikottukave Devasom and is partially blind.