Elephants have a retirement age, according to the Elephant Care Rules

According to the Elephant Care Rules, the retirement age for elephants is set at 65 years. Elephants over 65 should be exempted from strenuous tasks, though fully healthy elephants can be used for light duties like collecting small wood, temple processions, and fetching leaves. The maximum load an elephant can carry is determined by its height; those up to 180 cm can carry up to 150 kg, while those over 255 cm can carry up to 400 kg.