Vantara operates the world’s largest rescue program for wildlife, having cared for over 25,000 wild animals. It is also home to the world’s largest conservation and breeding center, housing more than 48 speciesread moreVantara, a sprawling wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation center in Gujarat’s Jamnagar, recently hosted Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who toured the facility and observed its advanced veterinary care efforts.The center, which houses over 150,000 rescued, endangered, and threatened animals from over 2,000 species, is among the largest of its kind globally. During his visit, PM Modi witnessed an Asiatic lion that underwent an MRI and a leopard that received life-saving surgery following a highway accident.AdvertisementThe prime minister also interacted with several animals, including Asiatic lion cubs, a rare clouded leopard cub, and a white lion cub born at Vantara after its mother’s rescue. He was briefed on the facility’s caracal breeding program, which aims to preserve the increasingly rare species.Vantara was envisioned by Anant Ambani, the younger son of industrialist Mukesh Ambani and philanthropist Nita Ambani. Spread across 3,500 acres, the facility aims to become a global leader in wildlife conservation.Here are 10 key facts about the initiative:1. Largest wildlife rescue and conservation centerVantara operates the world’s largest rescue program for wildlife, having cared for over 25,000 wild animals. It is also home to the world’s largest conservation and breeding center, housing more than 48 species. The facility’s Vantara (Star of the Forest) program focuses on the rescue, treatment, and rehabilitation of injured, abused, and threatened animals, both in India and abroad.2. Asia’s first wildlife hospital with MRI and CT scansVantara is home to Asia’s first wildlife hospital equipped with CT scan and MRI units. The state-of-the-art facility includes an intensive care unit (ICU) and specialised departments for wildlife anesthesia, cardiology, nephrology, endoscopy, dentistry, and internal medicine.3. Largest wildlife quarantine facilityThe facility operates the world’s largest and India’s only dedicated wildlife quarantine center, ensuring rescued animals receive proper medical care before integration.4. Largest leopard rescue centerVantara is the world’s largest rescue center for leopards. A team of experienced wildlife veterinarians, veterinary nurses, and animal caregivers specialize in leopard care and rehabilitation.Advertisement5. Largest elephant care centerThe facility also houses the world’s largest elephant care center, with over 250 pachyderms receiving specialised treatment and care.6. Global research and conservation collaborationVantara collaborates with over 40 countries and partners with international organizations such as the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) and the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). The center integrates advanced research with conservation efforts, working with leading global universities.7. Major rescues during COVID-19During the COVID-19 pandemic in 2019, Vantara led efforts to rescue more than 25,000 animals worldwide, providing critical medical care and rehabilitation.8. Largest crocodile relocation programThe facility holds the world record for relocating the largest number of crocodiles.Advertisement9. Only central sterilisation facility for wildlifeVantara operates the world’s only central sterilisation facility dedicated to wildlife conservation, ensuring best-in-class animal care, research, and healthcare practices.10. Largest fleet of wildlife ambulancesWith more than 75 wildlife ambulances, Vantara maintains the largest dedicated fleet for rescuing and transporting injured animals.Vantara aims to set a global benchmark in wildlife conservation, integrating rescue operations, medical treatment, breeding programs, and research initiatives to protect threatened species.More from India
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