Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan has lauded Anant Ambani’s Vantara initiative following Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the state-of-the-art wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre in Jamnagar. The initiative, which aims to provide a safe haven for rescued animals, has been praised by several celebrities, including Ananya Panday, Janhvi Kapoor, Shikhar Pahariya, and Veer Pahariya.

Shah Rukh Khan’s Heartfelt Message for Anant Ambani

Taking to X (formerly Twitter), Shah Rukh Khan expressed his admiration for the initiative, emphasizing the importance of animal welfare and conservation. He wrote:

“Animals deserve love, and they need protection and care… for their health & that of our planet. PM @narendramodi’s presence at Vantara reinforces the importance of this. The purity of a person’s heart is directly proportional to their love for animals. Vantara and Anant’s commitment of providing a sanctuary to unfortunate animals is a testament to that. Keep it up Beta!!”

Khan’s message not only praised Anant Ambani’s dedication but also highlighted the larger message of environmental responsibility.

An effort like Vantara is truly commendable, a vibrant example of our centuries old ethos of protecting those we share our planet with. Here are some glimpses… pic.twitter.com/eiq74CSiWx

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 4, 2025

PM Modi Applauds Vantara’s Conservation Efforts

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who inaugurated the Vantara Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre, shared pictures from his visit, calling the effort “truly commendable.” In his post on X, he wrote:

Inaugurated Vantara, a unique wildlife conservation, rescue and rehabilitation initiative, which provides a safe haven for animals while promoting ecological sustainability and wildlife welfare. I commend Anant Ambani and his entire team for this very compassionate effort. pic.twitter.com/NeNjy5LnkO

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) March 4, 2025

“An effort like Vantara is truly commendable, a vibrant example of our centuries-old ethos of protecting those we share our planet with. Here are some glimpses…”

In another post, the Prime Minister elaborated on the mission of Vantara, stating:

“Inaugurated Vantara, a unique wildlife conservation, rescue and rehabilitation initiative, which provides a safe haven for animals while promoting ecological sustainability and wildlife welfare. I commend Anant Ambani and his entire team for this very compassionate effort.”

A State-of-the-Art Wildlife Hospital

During his visit, PM Modi toured the advanced wildlife hospital within the Vantara centre, which is equipped with MRI, CT scan, ICU facilities, and specialized medical departments for wildlife care, including:

• Anaesthesia
• Cardiology
• Nephrology
• Endoscopy
• Dentistry
• Internal Medicine

The Prime Minister personally observed an MRI scan being performed on an Asiatic Lion and a life-saving surgery on a leopard injured in a highway accident. The facility is one of its kind in India, setting a new benchmark for wildlife rescue and rehabilitation.

Bollywood and Celebrities Shower Praise on Vantara

Several Bollywood celebrities and public figures also took to social media to applaud the initiative:

• Radhika Merchant, Anant Ambani’s wife, reposted PM Modi’s pictures, simply captioning them: “Chills!”

• Ananya Panday called Vantara “heaven on earth” in her appreciation post.
• Janhvi Kapoor hailed Anant Ambani’s vision and determination, calling Vantara “a sanctuary like no other.”
• Veer Pahariya termed it “Pride of India”, while his brother Shikhar Pahariya praised Anant’s dedication, hard work, and belief in the project.

Anant Ambani’s Vision Behind Vantara

Vantara, which means "Star of the Forest", is India’s first-ever large-scale wildlife rescue and rehabilitation initiative. Conceptualized and developed under the leadership of Anant Ambani, the centre aims to:

Provide a sanctuary for rescued and injured animals
Offer world-class veterinary care with advanced medical technology
Promote ecological sustainability and conservation

As a Director on the boards of Reliance Industries Ltd. (RIL) and the Reliance Foundation, Anant Ambani has been instrumental in bringing this initiative to life, ensuring that animals in distress receive the care and love they deserve.

With support from influential figures like PM Modi and Bollywood icons, Vantara is set to become a global model for wildlife conservation.