New Delhi [India], September 16 (HBTV): Animal rescue and rehabilitation centre Vantara has welcomed the findings of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) appointed by the Supreme Court, stating that the SIT’s report and the apex court’s order have made it clear that the allegations against its animal welfare mission were without basis.
In a statement, Team Vantara said that the validation of its work by the SIT is ‘not just a relief for everyone at Vantara but also a blessing, because it allows our work to speak for itself’.
‘With utmost humility and gratitude, we welcome the findings of the Special Investigation Team (SIT), appointed by the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India. The SIT’s report and the Hon’ble Supreme Court’s order have made it clear that the doubts and allegations raised against Vantara’s animal welfare mission were without any basis,’ the statement said.
‘The validation of the truth by the distinguished and widely respected members of the SIT is not just a relief for everyone at Vantara but also a blessing, because it allows our work to speak for itself. The SIT’s findings and the apex court’s order give us further strength and encouragement to continue serving with humility and devotion to those who cannot speak for themselves,’ it added.
The statement further noted that the entire Vantara family expressed gratitude for the affirmation and reiterated its commitment to protecting and caring for animals and birds.
‘Vantara has always been about love, compassion, and responsibility towards the voiceless among us. Every animal we rescue, every bird we heal, every life we save is a reminder that their well-being is not separate from our own — it is an inseparable part of the well-being of all humanity,’ the statement said.
‘When we care for animals, we are also caring for the soul of humanity. We take this occasion to pledge our solidarity with the Government of India, State Governments, and all other stakeholders involved in the challenging task of animal care, and affirm that Vantara will always be ready to work in close collaboration with them. Let’s together make Mother Earth a better place for all living beings,’ it added.
Earlier in the day, the Supreme Court observed that it would not permit any party to raise unnecessary objections against Vantara if it was satisfied that the facility in Jamnagar, Gujarat, complies with all laws and regulations regarding the acquisition and treatment of animals.
A bench of Justices Pankaj Mithal and Prasanna B Varale remarked that there are certain things in India to be proud of, and unnecessary objections should not be raised against them. ‘Allow certain good things to happen in the country also. We should be happy about such things,’ the Court stated while hearing a petition.
The SIT submitted its report to the Supreme Court during the hearing.
(ANI)