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Driving
collective
impact
Animal welfare & elephants have been given a second chance at life in a Furthermore, the collaboration with Dhyan These impactful initiatives have brought about tangible
wildlife conservation safer environment. Foundation to support cattle shelters in various states improvements in animal care, wildlife protection, and
has been transformative for rescued cattle. Providing
Additionally, the sponsorship support for the shelter and nurturing for over 50,000 abandoned community awareness in India. With concerted efforts
The landscape of animal welfare in India has been development of the Pilikula Biological Park in males, non-milching cows, and calves has ensured their and continued support, the country's rich biodiversity
positively transformed, owing to the impactful Mangalore has had a positive impact on wildlife well-being and reduced the burden on communities and animal life can thrive, ensuring a harmonious
initiatives that prioritize the well-being of animals. conservation. Improved housing facilities for various dealing with stray animals. coexistence between humans and wildlife.
Efforts to safeguard wildlife and reduce human-animal bird and animal species have not only enhanced
conflict are ensuring a better future for the country's conservation efforts but also encouraged greater public
diverse wildlife. engagement and awareness about wildlife protection.
One notable initiative involved supporting the More than six lakh people including school children all
West Bengal Zoo Authority with customized animal over the country and abroad visit Pilikula every year.
ambulances and a four-story lift for Kolkata,
The provision of vehicles to the Maharashtra &
Sundarbans. This support has facilitated faster
Madhya Pradesh Forest Department to improve rescue
treatment and transportation of injured wild animals,
operations during human-wildlife conflict situations,
improving their chances of recovery and return to their
were provided. Swift mobilization of rescue teams has
natural habitats.
resulted in more effective management of such
The collaboration with Wildlife SOS to provide scenarios. The vehicles are optimally used for the
care for distressed elephants at the Elephant monitoring of wildlife and forest protection activities.
Conservation & Care Centre and Hospital in Mathura, Reliance Foundation also extended support to Assam
Uttar Pradesh, has been instrumental in rescuing and Zoo Authority by providing two ISUZU 4X4 prestige
rehabilitating them. Through these efforts, many vehicle and 8 Golf Cars.
