Zoo Name: | Vantara |
Date Opened: | 2024 |
Location: | Jamnagar |
Coordinates: | 22.3653°N 69.8736°W |
Num Animals: | 2000+ Animals[1] |
Num Species: | 43 |
Vantara is a large-scale wildlife Animal Rescue, Cave, Conservation and Rehabilitation centre established by Reliance Industries with Reliance Foundation.[2] It is located within the Reliance Jamnagar Refinery Complex in Gujarat, India. This 3,000-acre sanctuary focuses on animal welfare and conservation. It was initiated by the Anant Ambani, director on the boards of RIL and Reliance Foundation.[3]
Vantara have a dedicated team of 2,100 staff members, the center has cared for and protected over 2,000 animals across 43 different species. The facilities are equipped with advanced medical technologies, including ICU, MRI, CT scan, X-ray, ultrasound, endoscopy, dental scalers, lithotripsy, dialysis, and live video conferencing capabilities for surgical procedures.[4]