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ANIMAL RESCUE AND REHABILITATION CENTRE
7 A On our recent visit to Vantara, Jamnagar, we had the unique
opportunity to witness firsthand, magic made possible through a
compelling vision and extraordinary conservation efforts. One of the
most exciting parts of our visit was getting to see the rescued big cats
like lions and tigers. We were exposed to the different species of big
cats - the African white lions, Masai lions, Bengal tigers and so many
more. We got insights from experts on how each species has different
needs when it comes to food, shelter and medical care. They also
explained the dangers these animals had faced before being rescued
such as poaching, habitat destruction and illegal trade of wildlife. It was
fascinating to learn how the rescue centre operates to protect these
animals and contributes to conservation. Seeing such animals up close
and hearing their stories made us realize and reflect on how important
it is to care for wildlife and support such conservation efforts to keep Misha Shah
them safe.
This entire experience helped us understand the importance of Lanterns Between Us
protecting the habitats they come from. This facility taught us one of
the most important concepts - the balance of nature and how every A lantern lit in the hollow storm,
its glow not loud, but steady,
plant and animal plays a role in the ecosystem. passing flame to trembling wick
All of us were fascinated by the advanced medical and therapeutic in hands once cold, now ready.
facilities available at the centre. The visit enabled experiential learning, We are mirrors walking forests—
bringing so many classroom concepts to life. But it was also deeply
touching as it made us realise the magnitude of the suffering that reflecting bruises back as stars,
many animals go through and the sustained efforts it takes to help where kindness grows like moss on bark
them recover and heal. Seeing elephants, lions and many other unique and silence stitches scars.
and endangered animals living peacefully made us reflect on the many One cup, cracked, still pours for two,
small ways in which we can do our bit to help, such as being kind to its water clear with echoes,
animals and respecting their habitats. It highlighted the extraordinary for even thirst, when shared in hush,
work of the experts and veterinarians at Vantara, and we have come can bloom from barren meadows.
back so inspired by their unwavering passion and dedication.
Compassion is the unseen thread
Divisha Khandelwal and Ira Teny sewn through the robes of falling—
not to catch, but� fall beside,
TOGETHER WE RISE LET'S TRAVEL TO THE START and answer pain with calling.
In a world that spins and glows, How wonderful are our lives as small kids? Aaradhya Rai Bachchan
Where the river of friendship flows, Friendship resides from corner to corner.
We'll walk side by side, hand in hand, Love is everywhere; never trapped in lids.
Together, united, we'll make our stand. No one feels as if they're a foreigner. The Art of Staying Afloat
In laughter and joy, in stormy weather, We thrive in joy, like lush trees in sunlight. The first touch, sight and smell of it
We find our strength when we're together. Nurturing all, with clear affections. made me fall in love. The ripples in the
When one feels down, the other is near, Our goals are one; we're all on the same flight.
A shoulder to lean on, to wipe every tear. Like one mirror with many reflections. blue waves ahead and the glistening in
the sunshine told me that I was one of
In games we play and songs we sing, But racism and discrimination; them. I was going to be a swimmer.
Together we can do anything, That's what's instilled in us as we grow old.
We're selfish; our focus on our nation,
Building dreams, reaching high, While millions starve and freeze in the cold. When I first started swimming, I didn’t
Like birds in the endless sky. know that I was going to be a national-
Why can't we be taken back to the start? level swimmer or that it would become
So let's celebrate both big and small, Why can't we connect and ride the same cart?
Together we shine, together we stand tall. AN ACT OF SERVICE Parshwa Khokhani my whole life. I just knew that in the
With love in our hearts, let our voices blend, Ritvik Sikaria water, nothing else mattered, it was just
In this journey of life, everyone's a friend. me, my thoughts and the water. That
feeling has stayed with me for 9 years,
Anika Rangwala from the time when I started till where I
am now. Sometimes, it’s really hard to
balance my academics and swimming.
ENSEMBLE Homework is difficult to manage at
times. At times, I feel like taking a break,
Quand nous travaillons ensemble, nous but then I realise that there’s no feeling
pouvons être plus forts et nous pouvons like diving into the pure blue water and
construire un monde meilleur. Quand nous
sommes bienveillants envers les autres, nous les staring at the straight line before you.
aidons à avoir de meilleures croyances et nous
rendons leurs vies plus positives. Ces personnes All I know is I only have one life, and
deviennent plus fortes, ce qui peut aider à whatever happens, I need to live it to its
développer un monde plus compréhensif. Si fullest. I need to push hard through the
nous travaillons ensemble, nous pouvons arrêter difficult times, so that I can push even
les conflits et créér une société plus forte et plus harder during the good times.
compatissante.
Guni Atmanu Fadia CULTURE OF MAHARASHTRA - A MARATHI CLASS ACTIVITY VISIT TO VANTARA Tanishi Mazumder

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