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Rajasthan's Captive Animal Sponsorship Scheme now offers wildlife enthusiasts the chance to adopt lions, tigers, leopards, elephants, and more. Under this unique scheme, people can support the care and conservation of endangered species in zoos and biological parks across the state.
To adopt an animal, individuals need to apply to the District Forest Officer (DFO) and agree to bear the expenses for the animal’s food, maintenance, and medical needs. These expenses vary by animal, with the highest daily cost being ₹1,500 for a hippopotamus. Lions, tigers, and leopards cost around ₹1,200 per day, while wolves require approximately ₹500 a day.
What is Rajasthan's Captive Animal Sponsorship Scheme?
Complimentary visits:
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₹1,000–₹5,000: 1 visit for 5 people per year
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₹5,001–₹10,000: 2 visits for 5 people per year
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₹10,001–₹20,000: 3 visits for 5 people per year
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₹20,001–₹50,000: 2 visits for 5 people per year
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₹50,001–₹1,50,000: 3 visits for 5 people per year
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₹1,50,001–₹2,50,000: 3 visits for 5 people per year
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₹2,50,000 and above: 5 visits for 5 people per year
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Event invitations
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Notifications about major events and activities at zoos/parks.
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Invitations to wildlife-related conferences, workshops, or Wildlife Week celebrations.
Certificate of completion
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Official certificate upon completing the sponsorship tenure, given during Wildlife Week celebrations.
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Public recognition
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Name displayed on enclosures/captive breeding facilities for 10 years if sponsoring construction.
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Use of photographs
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Sponsors can use photos of the sponsored animals for publicity during the sponsorship tenure
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The adoption period ranges from one month to one year, with an option to extend the adoption for up to five years. After determining the total cost, a Demand Draft (DD) is required for the adoption fee. In return, adopters and their families can enjoy free entry to the biological parks and safaris, making the experience even more rewarding.
The scheme, launched in all biological parks of Rajasthan, aims to connect the public with wildlife conservation efforts. "This initiative allows wildlife lovers to observe and support animals directly, while fulfilling their dream of adopting a favorite species," said Devendra Singh, ACFO of Nahargarh Biological Park.
"This will not only give wildlife lovers a chance to connect directly with wildlife, but they will also be able to closely observe the ups and downs of their lives," he added.
This opportunity to adopt various wild animals, including rare species like the Great Indian Bustard and Lesser Florican, helps promote awareness and fosters a deeper connection between the public and wildlife conservation efforts in the state.
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