A Heartfelt Plea: Students Urge PM to End Elephant Rides at Amer Fort

On World Animal Day, a significant movement has begun as over 100 students from Cambridge School, Srinivaspuri, have penned letters to India's Prime Minister, urging an end to the inhumane practice of elephant rides at Amer Fort, Jaipur. This marks a noteworthy support for World Animal Protection's decade-long campaign against such exploitation.

Gajender Kumar Sharma, Country Director of World Animal Protection in India, expressed gratitude and optimism as these young advocates take steps to protect India's National Heritage Animal. The organization celebrates its 75th anniversary and has been a pillar in safeguarding animals across various domains, urging shifts towards ethical treatment and highlighting the dangers of current practices.

Jaipur's status as a UNESCO World Heritage City is underlined, offering tourists myriad ways to experience its rich culture without harming animals. Calls grow for the establishment of a large elephant sanctuary in Rajasthan, akin to the Kerala model, redefining how wildlife is viewed and protected in India's vibrant heritage locales.

(With inputs from agencies.)