Inside PM Modi's Candid Moments with Wildlife at Vantara Wildlife Centre
PM Modi visited Gujarat's 3,000-acre Vantara Wildlife Centre, home to 2,000+ rescued animals, highlighting India's commitment to conservation and rehabilitation.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Vantara animal rescue and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat, during his three-day visit to the state. Spanning 3,000 acres within the Reliance Jamnagar refinery complex, Vantara is a state-of-the-art sanctuary dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation of endangered and captive wildlife. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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The facility provides world-class veterinary care, offering a safe haven for animals rescued from abuse, illegal captivity, and life-threatening conditions. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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During his visit, PM Modi explored the extensive facilities at Vantara, home to over 2,000 animals from 43 species. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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He toured the advanced veterinary hospital, which features MRI and CT scan facilities, intensive care units, and specialized medical departments covering wildlife anesthesia, cardiology, nephrology, endoscopy, and internal medicine. At the hospital, he observed an Asiatic Lion undergoing an MRI scan and a leopard undergoing life-saving surgery after being rescued from a highway accident. (Image: Narendra Modi)
PM Modi had the opportunity to interact with a variety of rescued animals, including Asiatic Lion cubs, a White Lion cub, a rare Clouded Leopard cub, and Caracals—a species once abundant in India but now rarely seen in the wild. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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Vantara has launched a Caracal breeding program, ensuring their preservation and eventual reintroduction into their natural habitat. The centre also houses Golden Tigers, four Snow Tigers rescued from a circus, White Lions, and Snow Leopards, all rehabilitated after years of captivity. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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Beyond big cats, the Prime Minister encountered a diverse range of wildlife, including chimpanzees, orangutans, zebras, bongo antelopes, crocodiles, and a hippopotamus resting underwater. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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He also observed rare species like a two-headed python and a two-headed turtle, along with tapirs, giant otters, seals, and leopard cubs rescued from agricultural fields. (Image: Narendra Modi)
Vantara’s elephant hospital, the largest of its kind in the world, features hydrotherapy pools and jacuzzis designed to treat elephants suffering from arthritis and foot ailments. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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As part of his visit, PM Modi participated in a symbolic conservation effort, releasing rescued parrots back into the wild. He later interacted with doctors, veterinarians, caregivers, and staff, acknowledging their dedication to wildlife protection and ethical animal care. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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Vantara stands as a global model for wildlife conservation, combining cutting-edge veterinary care with sustainable rehabilitation efforts. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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PM Modi’s visit not only showcased India’s commitment to protecting its wildlife but also underscored the crucial role of ethical conservation initiatives in ensuring the survival of endangered species. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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For nature enthusiasts and conservationists, Vantara offers a unique opportunity to witness wildlife rehabilitation firsthand and gain insight into India’s efforts to safeguard its natural heritage. (Image: Narendra Modi)
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