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A year after launching, India's Vantara wildlife initiative has treated thousands of rescued animals and returned dozens to the wild. The science-led conservation program is now training hundreds of veterinarians and inspiring the next generation of wildlife protectors.
A 3,000-acre wildlife rescue center in Gujarat now shelters over 150,000 rescued animals from 2,000 species, offering advanced medical care and natural habitats. Led by conservationist Anant Ambani, Vantara is becoming one of the world's largest dedicated wildlife rehabilitation facilities. #
When a 53-year-old elephant named Joymoti was swept 55 kilometers by floodwaters in India, rescuers didn't just pull her to safety. They put her on a plane for the country's first-ever airlifted elephant medical treatment, showing how far wildlife care has come in less than a decade.
One of the world's largest animal rescue centers is making a major change after facing criticism. Instead of importing endangered animals, Vantara will now support conservation efforts where the animals naturally live.
India's Vantara wildlife center has proposed rescuing 80 hippos set for euthanasia in Colombia, offering them a permanent home instead. The bold rescue plan could save dozens of animals while helping Colombia manage an invasive species crisis.
A new wildlife facility in India has treated thousands of rescued animals and returned dozens to the wild in its first year. The center now cares for over 250 elephants saved from circuses and logging operations.
A 53-year-old elephant swept away by devastating floods in India is making a remarkable recovery thanks to dedicated wildlife experts. Joymoti's journey from disaster victim to healing survivor shows what's possible when communities come together to protect vulnerable animals.
On India's 80th Independence Day, wildlife officials released 20 blackbucks into Gujarat's Banni Grasslands to restore the region's native herbivore population. The release marks a significant step in rebuilding one of India's most important grassland ecosystems.