'Truly remarkable': PM Modi applauds India's first 'Dolphin Rescue Ambulance' in Mann Ki Baat
New Delhi, May 31
In the latest episode of his monthly radio programme 'Mann Ki Baat', Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted a groundbreaking initiative in wildlife conservation -- India's first-ever 'Dolphin Rescue Ambulance'.
Emphasising the importance of preserving aquatic life and encouraging the nation's youth to connect with nature, the Prime Minister shared a heartening conservation success story from Uttar Pradesh that has sparked widespread admiration.
During his address, Prime Minister Modi urged young people to cultivate meaningful hobbies, such as joining astronomy clubs, before pivoting to an inspiring video making waves online.
The video documents a rescue operation where a stranded Ganga River dolphin was extracted from shallow waters, medically treated, and safely released back into the Rapti River.
Commenting on the incident, the Prime Minister remarked, "In a sense, a life returned home once again."
Lauding the specialised vehicle responsible for the operation, the Prime Minister described the Dolphin Rescue Ambulance as a vital asset for countrywide biodiversity.
"Friends, this 'Dolphin Rescue Ambulance' is truly remarkable; it has been designed to function as a mobile hospital. It is equipped with facilities to ensure the dolphin's safety, as well as oxygen support systems -- meaning that if a dolphin is injured, gets trapped in a canal, or becomes cut off from the main river, immediate assistance can be provided," PM Modi said.
The specialised vehicle, launched under the National Mission for Clean Ganga, functions as a mobile intensive care unit to drastically improve survival rates of distressed river dolphins.
By deploying advanced care directly to remote riverbanks, response teams can bypass the historical delays that often proved fatal for these large aquatic mammals.
The Prime Minister pointed out the broader ecological significance of the initiative, reminding listeners of the interconnectedness of our ecosystems.
"When we save the Ganga Dolphin, we are not merely saving a single species; we are preserving the biodiversity of the Ganga," he stated.
The inclusion of this innovative rescue system in Mann Ki Baat has amplified the message of environmental responsibility, positioning the Dolphin Ambulance as a blueprint for modern wildlife preservation.
The Dolphin Rescue video offers a direct look at India's specialised Dolphin Ambulance in action during a dramatic 13-hour rescue mission in Uttar Pradesh.
— IANS
Reader Comments
Amazing work by the team in Uttar Pradesh! 13 hours is a long rescue operation, but it shows our commitment to protecting endangered species. This is the kind of innovation we need more of along our rivers. Kudos to everyone involved.
Great initiative, but let's also remember the bigger picture. Saving one dolphin is wonderful, but we need stronger action on river pollution and industrial waste that harms their habitat every day. A rescue ambulance is a good start, not the end.
This is the kind of news that makes you smile! PM Modi highlighting this in Mann Ki Baat will inspire many youngsters to take up wildlife conservation. The mobile ICU idea is brilliant. Proud of our country's efforts! 🌊💙
As someone who follows global conservation efforts, this is genuinely impressive. A dedicated dolphin ambulance with oxygen support is world-class. India is setting an example for other nations with major river systems. Well done, everyone!
"When we save the Ganga Dolphin, we save the entire ecosystem" - PM Modi's words hit the nail on the head. The Ganga is sacred to us, and protecting its biodiversity must be a national priority. This ambulance gives me hope. 🙏
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