New Delhi – Animal rescue and rehabilitation centre Vantara has expressed deep appreciation for the Supreme Court’s recent order and the findings of the Special Investigation Team (SIT), which dismissed allegations against its animal welfare initiatives as baseless.
In an official statement, Vantara welcomed the report submitted by the SIT — appointed by the apex court — and said it confirms that concerns raised about the organisation’s practices were unfounded.
“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 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 read.
The organisation described the SIT’s validation as both a relief and a source of renewed motivation, stating that it allows their work to “speak for itself.”
“This affirmation 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 Supreme Court’s order give us further strength and encouragement to continue serving with humility and devotion to those who cannot speak for themselves,” the statement added.
Vantara reaffirmed its commitment to the protection and care of animals and birds, pledging continued cooperation with government bodies and stakeholders involved in animal welfare.
“Vantara has always stood for love, compassion, and responsibility towards the voiceless. Every animal we rescue, every bird we heal, every life we save is a reminder that their well-being is intertwined with that of humanity,” it said.
The centre also pledged to work closely with the Government of India, state governments, and other relevant authorities in advancing animal care across the country.
Earlier in the day, a bench comprising Justices Pankaj Mithal and Prasanna B. Varale observed during a hearing that if Vantara was found compliant with all laws and regulations, the Court would not permit unnecessary objections against its operations.
“There are certain things in India we should be proud of. Let good things happen in the country — we should be happy about them,” the bench remarked.
The remarks came as the Court reviewed the SIT’s submitted report regarding Vantara’s activities at its facility in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
