India, Nov. 4 -- The international body that monitors trade in endangered species, CITES (the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora), has commended India's robust wildlife protection framework and the exceptional animal care standards at Vantara. A detailed report by the CITES Secretariat - prepared following its September 2025 mission to India - showcases Vantara's commitment to conservation, transparency and compliance with global norms. The findings will be presented at the 79th meeting of the CITES Standing Committee in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.

The CITES Secretariat visited the Greens Zoological Rescue and Rehabilitation Centre (GZRRC) and the Radha Krishna Temple Elephant Welfare Trust (RKTEWT...