World's Largest Leopard Rescue Centre: 10 Things To Know About Vantara

Recently, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Jamnagar's Vantara, an ambitious wildlife preservation initiative located within the Jamnagar Refinery Complex in Gujarat, India, which spans 300 acres and serves as a sanctuary for mistreated, injured, and endangered animals.

Furthermore, during his visit, PM Modi inspected the state-of-the-art equipment facilities for wildlife. He also checked on an Asiatic Lion undergoing MRI and a leopard undergoing surgery after being injured in a highway accident. Therefore, as a part of his visit, Prime Minister Modi certainly had a fun time with the animals living in Vantara.

Backed by Reliance Industries and the Reliance Foundation, Vantara is a comprehensive rehabilitation centre that strives to provide a natural and supportive atmosphere for its residents.

Things To Know About Vantara

• Vantara is the world's largest and India's only animal wildlife quarantine facility.
• The facility runs the world's largest wildlife rescue operations (with over 25,000 wild animals) as well as the world's largest conservation and breeding center (with over 48 different species).
• It is Asia's first wildlife hospital, equipped with cutting-edge technology such as an MRI, CT scan, and an intensive care unit.
• It is the world's biggest leopard rescue center.
• It is the world's largest elephant care facility, with approximately 250 pachyderms.
• The facility collaborates with approximately 40 countries across the globe.
• Vantara saved around 25,000 animals from all over the world during the 2019 Covid-19 pandemic.
• It holds the world record for the largest crocodile relocation.
• Vantara has the world's largest fleet of wildlife animal ambulances, totaling over 75.
• Vantara received India's highest animal welfare honor, the 'Prani Mitra' National Award, from the Government of India.