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Vantara launches landmark elephant welfare programme in collaboration with Project Elephant
Vantara, the wildlife conservation initiative led by Anant Ambani, in collaboration with Project Elephant and the Ministry of Environment, has launched the 'Gajsevak Sammelan', a five-day training programme at its Jamnagar facility for over 100 mahouts and elephant caregivers from across India. read more Vantara, home to over 250 rescued elephants and supported by a dedicated team of over 500 caregivers, exemplifies how enriched and compassionate care can transform lives. Reliance Foundation Vantara, a wildlife conservation initiative led by Anant Ambani, has partnered with Project Elephant under the Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, to host the 'Vantara Gajsevak Sammelan', a five-day training programme for over 100 mahouts and elephant caregivers from across India. After successfully completing the training program, each participant will be awarded a certificate. According to Vantara's news release, the goal of this national-level capacity-building effort is to improve professional competence, boost care standards, and promote best practices in the welfare of elephants under human care. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD The event began with a maha aarti and ceremonial greeting at the Radhe Krishna Temple, laying the groundwork for an encounter that would be both spiritually and professionally enlightening. 'This Sammelan is more than a training programme, it's a tribute to those who dedicate their lives to elephant care,' said Vivaan Karani, Chief Executive Officer, Vantara. Karani added, 'Our aim is to unite traditional wisdom with modern science to build a stronger, more compassionate foundation for their wellbeing. It reaffirms that the future of elephant conservation in India depends not just on policy or habitat—but also on the empowered hands and hearts of their caregivers.' The Sammelan provides a combination of peer-to-peer learning, scientific education, and field-based experience at its state-of-the-art facility in Jamnagar, which is run by the Radhe Krishna Temple Elephant Welfare Trust, a nonprofit organisation under the Vantara initiative. In order to provide them with practical training in daily husbandry routines, foot care, bathing protocols, positive reinforcement techniques, musth management, and traditional Ayurvedic therapies, participants are divided into groups and rotate through designated elephant care zones, such as the Gajwan, Gajraj Nagari, and Ganesh Nagari. Expert-led scientific workshops that cover important topics such elephant biology, stress identification, common illnesses, and emergency treatment for recumbent elephants are held in addition to the practical modules. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD In recognition of their crucial role in the long-term welfare of elephants, a special section is also devoted to the occupational health, safety, and well-being of caregivers. To promote knowledge exchange and regional collaboration, the Sammelan includes structured reflection sessions and discussion forums where elephant carers from across the country can share their experiences, address common challenges, and learn from one another. The Sammelan aims to create a nationwide community of experienced and compassionate elephant carers who are united by a common goal to promoting elephant welfare via both scientific development and traditional knowledge. Vantara, home to over 250 rescued elephants and supported by a dedicated team of over 500 caregivers, many of whom were once in distressed or marginalised conditions, exemplifies how enriched and compassionate care can transform lives. Vantara is dedicated to raising international and national standards for animal care and continues funding capacity building initiatives. It is working with authorities to host a number of landmark events, such as the National Zoo Directors' Conference in October, the National Veterinary Training on Introduction to Conservation Medicine in August, and the ongoing international training program for Congolese wildlife officials. These forums bring together specialists, practitioners, and legislators to encourage cooperation, exchange knowledge, and advance best practices in wildlife conservation and care. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD
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Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani's son Anant Ambani takes big decision, decides to organise India's largest...
(File) Its a well-documented fact that Anant Ambani, the youngest child of billionaire Mukesh Ambani and Nita Ambani, has a deep empathy for animals, as it witnessed in the passion with which he manages his Vantara animal rescue and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat. Now, the junior Ambani is taking his animal efforts to another level as Vantara has collaborated with Project Elephant, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, and is currently hosting the Vantara Gajsevak Sammelan, India's largest-ever training camp for mahouts and elephant caregivers. What is Vantara Gajsevak Sammelan? The Vantara Gajsevak Sammelan is a five-day training program which brings together more than 100 mahouts and elephant caregivers from across India, and is aimed at enhancing professional expertise, raise care standards, and promote best practices in the welfare of elephants under human care. The Sammelan kicked off with a ceremonial welcome and maha aarti at the Radhe Krishna Temple, with an aim to be a spiritually and professionally enriching experience. 'It is more than a training programme, but a tribute to those who dedicate their lives to elephant care,' Vivaan Karani, Chief Executive Officer, Vantara, was quoted as saying. Karani said the program aims to ' unite traditional wisdom with modern science to build a stronger, more compassionate foundation for their wellbeing'. 'It reaffirms that the future of elephant conservation in India depends not just on policy or habitat—but also on the empowered hands and hearts of their caregivers,' he added. 'Our aim is to unite traditional wisdom with modern science to build a stronger, more compassionate foundation for their wellbeing. It reaffirms that the future of elephant conservation in India depends not just on policy or habitat—but also on the empowered hands and hearts of their caregivers.' Where is the program being held? The landmark training program, managed by the Radhe Krishna Temple Elephant Welfare Trust, a nonprofit under the Vantara initiative, is being hosted at the Vantara state-of-the-art facility in Jamnagar, and offers elephant caregivers a unique blend of field-based exposure, scientific instruction, and peer-to-peer learning. According to an official statement, the participants are designated in groups and rotated through dedicated elephant care zones such as the Gajwan, Gajraj Nagari, and Ganesh Nagari, where they receive hands-on training in daily husbandry routines, foot care, bathing protocols, positive reinforcement techniques, musth management and traditional Ayurvedic therapies. The practical modules are complemented by scientific sessions that delve into vital subjects such as elephant biology, stress identification, common ailments, and emergency care for recumbent elephants. Additionally, there is also a dedicated segment that focuses on occupational health, safety, and well-being of caregivers, acknowledging their central role in long-term elephant welfare. How many elephants are at Vantara? Anant Ambani-led Vantara is home to more than 250 rescued elephants, which are cared for by a dedicated team of more than 500 caregivers, a majority of whom come from a marginalized background.
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Anant Ambani's Vantara, Project Elephant Organise Country's Largest Training For Mahouts & Caregivers
Vantara Gajsevak Sammelan, a landmark five-day training programme in Jamnagar, brings together over 100 mahouts and elephant caregivers from across India Vantara, India's pioneering wildlife rescue, care, and conservation initiative founded by Anant Ambani, in collaboration with Project Elephant, Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, is currently hosting the Vantara Gajsevak Sammelan, a landmark five-day training programme bringing together over 100 mahouts and elephant caregivers from across India. All participants will be awarded a certificate upon successful completion of the training programme. This national-level capacity-building initiative aims to enhance professional expertise, raise care standards, and promote best practices in the welfare of elephants under human care. The programme commenced with a ceremonial welcome and maha aarti at the Radhe Krishna Temple, setting the tone for a spiritually and professionally enriching experience. 'This Sammelan is more than a training programme, it's a tribute to those who dedicate their lives to elephant care," said Vivaan Karani, Chief Executive Officer, Vantara. 'Our aim is to unite traditional wisdom with modern science to build a stronger, more compassionate foundation for their wellbeing. It reaffirms that the future of elephant conservation in India depends not just on policy or habitat—but also on the empowered hands and hearts of their caregivers." Hosted at the state-of-the-art facility in Jamnagar, managed by the Radhe Krishna Temple Elephant Welfare Trust, a nonprofit under the Vantara initiative, the Sammelan offers a dynamic blend of field-based exposure, scientific instruction, and peer-to-peer learning. Participants are grouped and rotate through dedicated elephant care zones such as the Gajwan, Gajraj Nagari, and Ganesh Nagari, where they receive hands-on training in daily husbandry routines, foot care, bathing protocols, positive reinforcement techniques, musth management and traditional Ayurvedic therapies. Complementing the practical modules, expert-led scientific sessions delve into vital subjects such as elephant biology, stress identification, common ailments, and emergency care for recumbent elephants. A dedicated segment also focuses on the occupational health, safety, and well-being of caregivers, acknowledging their central role in long-term elephant welfare. To foster knowledge exchange and regional collaboration, the Sammelan features structured reflection sessions and discussion forums that bring together elephant caregivers from across the country to share experiences, address common challenges, and learn from one another. Rooted in the spirit of cross-learning, the event seeks to build a nationwide community of skilled and compassionate elephant caregivers, united by a shared commitment to advancing elephant welfare through both scientific progress and traditional wisdom. About Vantara Home to over 250 rescued elephants and supported by a dedicated team of more than 500 caregivers, many of whom were once in distressed or marginalised conditions, Vantara stands as a testament to how enriched and compassionate care can transform lives. Committed to advancing global standards in animal welfare, Vantara continues to invest in capacity building at both national and international levels. In collaboration with relevant authorities, it is hosting a series of landmark events, including the ongoing international training programme for wildlife officials from Congo, the National Veterinary Training on Introduction to Conservation Medicine in August, and the National Zoo Directors' Conference in October. These platforms bring together experts, practitioners, and policymakers to foster collaboration, share knowledge, and promote best practices in wildlife conservation and care. Get breaking news, in-depth analysis, and expert perspectives on everything from politics to crime and society. Stay informed with the latest India news only on News18. Download the News18 App to stay updated! tags : anant ambani Reliance foundation vantara view comments Location : New Delhi, India, India First Published: July 25, 2025, 14:30 IST News india Anant Ambani's Vantara, Project Elephant Organise Country's Largest Training For Mahouts & Caregivers Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
