Vantara in Jamnagar: A Testament to Global Animal Care Standards

A CITES report applauds Vantara in Jamnagar for its exemplary animal care standards, including advanced veterinary practices and ethical management. The report underscores India's compliance with international wildlife laws and highlights successful conservation efforts, affirming Vantara's role in global ecological restoration initiatives.

In a recent evaluation, the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora (CITES) has lauded the Vantara facility in Jamnagar for its exceptional animal care and treatment. The report, presented at the Standing Committee meeting, emphasizes Vantara's advanced veterinary care, state-of-the-art enclosures, and professional management.

The report highlights Vantara's commitment to ethical practices and conservation, noting the meticulous adherence to India's stringent wildlife legislation. The Greens Zoological Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (GZRRC) and the Radha Krishna Temple Elephant Welfare Trust (RKTEWT) operate under high international standards. CITES recognizes India's Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, as globally compliant and robust.

Vantara facilitates conservation with breeding programs for native and non-native species, like Asiatic lions and Spix macaws. The CITES report affirms that these efforts are not commercially driven but aimed at ecological restoration. India's openness to international compliance mechanisms further garners praise in the report.

(With inputs from agencies.)