Amidst Gujarat’s vast landscapes, where nature and conservation intertwine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Vantara, India’s largest wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre. Nestled within 3,500 acres of lush greenery, Vantara offers a new lease on life to animals that were once victims of poaching, illegal trade, and habitat destruction. From majestic big cats to primates and exotic species, the facility provides expert care, ensuring these creatures not only survive but thrive.
During his visit, PM Modi engaged with Vantara’s most remarkable residents—each with a story of survival and resilience. These eight stunning moments capture his encounters with some of nature’s most captivating beings.
The enigmatic White Tiger: A tale of survival and gracePM Modi admires the grandeur of a mesmerizing white tiger, once destined for trade.
These striking felines, with their unique snowy coats, are not a separate species but a rare genetic variant.
A sight to behold—PM Modi stares in amazement at a stunning white tiger, a vision of strength and elegance. Revered yet relentlessly exploited, these rare tigers face constant threats in the wild.
At Vantara, they find sanctuary, ensuring their survival for generations to come.
A majestic reflectionPM Modi shares a moment with a mighty Bengal tiger, their gaze mirroring each other. This apex predator plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of the ecosystem.
A truly unique chai pe charcha, shared not over tea, but in the presence of a tiger.
With wild populations under threat, sanctuaries like Vantara stand as their last bastion of hope.
When the pride came calling!PM Modi sits alongside ferocious lionesses, the true rulers of the wild.
Once rescued from distress, they now roam freely in the protected haven of Vantara.
With piercing eyes and unmatched strength, they embody the untamed spirit of the savannah.
An adorable Clouded Leopard cubPM Modi gently feeds a tiny Clouded Leopard cub, one of the rarest felines in the world.
These elusive cats, known for their cloud-patterned coats, are rarely seen in the wild.
Rescued and rehabilitated, this cub represents hope for the species’ future.
A curious encounter with Coco, the ChimpanzeePM Modi observes Coco, a chimpanzee undergoing treatment at Vantara’s wildlife hospital.
Chimpanzees, highly intelligent and social, often fall victim to illegal wildlife trade. Under expert care, Coco is receiving the medical attention needed for a better life.
An adorable moment with a LemurA heartwarming sight—an endearing lemur perches calmly on PM Modi’s arm.
Lemurs, native to Madagascar, are known for their playful nature and sharp curiosity.
Often trafficked as exotic pets, rescued lemurs at Vantara now live in a safe environment.
A sanctuary of new beginningsVantara is a symphony of second chances, where once-caged creatures rediscover the freedom they were meant to have. Every white tiger’s roar, every playful lemur’s leap, every lioness’s piercing gaze tells a story of revival. These images are more than moments frozen in time—they are glimpses of humanity’s responsibility toward the wild.
In the quiet expanse of Vantara, where the rescued now roam without fear, nature is not just being protected—it is healing. And in this harmony, we find a future where wildlife and humans coexist, not as adversaries, but as guardians of a shared world.