Prime Minister Narendra Modi has recently given significant attention to Vantara, Reliance Industries’ ambitious wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation center in Jamnagar, Gujarat. His visit and inauguration of the facility have placed a strong spotlight on the project’s goals and achievements. During his tour, he witnessed the advanced medical care provided to rescued animals and expressed his admiration for the scale and scope of the operation.
Spanning 3,000 acres within the Reliance Jamnagar Refinery Complex, Vantara is a haven for a vast array of wildlife. The center provides refuge for over 1.5 lakh animals from more than 2,000 species, including endangered and threatened ones. A key feature is its state-of-the-art wildlife hospital, equipped with advanced diagnostic tools like MRI and CT scan machines, enabling comprehensive veterinary care. Notably, specialized facilities are dedicated to elephants, including hydrotherapy pools for rehabilitation.
Vantara’s core mission is deeply rooted in wildlife conservation and animal welfare. The center’s efforts extend beyond rescue and rehabilitation to include breeding programs aimed at preserving endangered species. While the facility is currently operational, plans are underway to open it to the public in the future, allowing for greater awareness and education about wildlife conservation. This initiative also shows a drive to improve animal welfare within Indian Zoos.
Vantara is the vision of Anant Ambani. It is a 3,000 acre facility. It houses over 1.5 lakh rescued animals, from over 2,000 species. It has a very advanced hospital on site. While opened, it is not yet fully open to the public.
