Thechikkottukavu Ramachandran (born c. 1964) is an Indian elephant owned by Thechikottukavu devasom, a temple in Kerala.

[1] Commonly known as simply Raman, he is the tallest living captive elephant in Asia, standing at 314 cm (10 ft 3+1⁄2 in).

[5] The mortality rate for captive elephants in Kerala is reportedly high, with 12 deaths in 2018 and 58 in the preceding 27 months.

[6][4] One veterinarian argued that "[parading elephants] is nothing but torture to the animals under the guise of offering to the deity".

[6] At least one whistleblower reportedly received death threats and online harassment for protesting Ramachandran's treatment.

[5][4] Temple committees have reportedly participated in auctions, where his presence at festivals is bidded upon.