Jamnagar (Gujarat): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Tuesday inaugurated ‘Vantara’, a state-of-the-art wildlife conservation, rescue and rehabilitation center in Jamnagar, Gujarat. This ambitious project houses over 2000 species and provides shelter to more than 1.5 lakh rescued endangered and threatened animals from across the world.
During his visit, PM Modi spent nearly seven hours at the facility, closely interacting with the rescued animals. In heartwarming moments, he was seen feeding milk to lion cubs, caressing elephants and observing leopards, chimpanzees, dolphins, and birds up close.
A 7-minute 39-second video released from the visit captures PM Modi engaging with various wild animals, particularly different species of lions, whom he was seen gently stroking and observing with curiosity.
‘Vantara’ is the brainchild of Anant Ambani, son of Reliance Group chairman Mukesh Ambani. This initiative aims to provide a safe and nurturing environment for rescued wildlife, offering top-notch veterinary care, rehabilitation, and conservation efforts.
Key Objectives of ‘Vantara’ Rescuing and rehabilitating endangered species. Providing advanced medical care and conservation facilities. Promoting biodiversity protection and environmental sustainability
PM Modi, known for his commitment to environmental and wildlife conservation, lauded the initiative, calling it a global model for wildlife rescue and rehabilitation. He emphasized the importance of harmonizing development with nature conservation, making ‘Vantara’ a significant step toward protecting India’s rich biodiversity.
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