Jim Sarbh Lends His Voice To Elephant Welfare With Wildlife SOS
The renowned actor advocates for protection of elephants across India.
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In a powerful stance for animal rights, actor Jim Sarbh has joined forces with Wildlife SOS to mark Save The Elephants Day, calling attention to the plight of elephants in India and advocating for their protection and ethical treatment.
The Instagram post shared by Wildlife SOS features Sarbh in a compelling video where he speaks about the current situation of elephants in India, particularly focusing on those in captivity. The post highlights alarming statistics about the condition of Asian elephants across the country.
According to the post, approximately 2,700 Asian elephants are currently held in captivity throughout India. Among them, nearly 300 elephants are forced into the begging trade, where they endure harsh conditions, including walking on hot roads for extended periods, inadequate nutrition, and lack of medical care.
The post emphasizes the exploitation of elephants for religious rituals, tourism, and labor. As the post points out, the elephants’ suffering is often “masked behind their painted forehead and their silence mistaken for consent.”
The campaign also sheds light on the challenges faced by wild elephants. A disturbing statistic reveals that between 2009 and 2024, over 236 elephants have been killed in train collisions. The post attributes this tragedy to shrinking habitats and fragmented wildlife corridors.
Through this collaboration, Sarbh and Wildlife SOS are urging the public to make more ethical choices, particularly when it comes to tourism. The post explicitly calls on people to “Choose ethical travel/tourism” and “Demand stronger wildlife protection laws,” stressing that elephants deserve to live freely, not as beasts of burden. As the post aptly concludes, the story of elephants in India “can still change” if enough people make conscious choices and stand up for these magnificent animals.
Jim Sarbh has established himself as one of India’s most versatile actors. Known for his powerful performances in films like “Neerja,” “Padmaavat,” and the popular series “Made in Heaven,” Sarbh has garnered critical acclaim for his acting prowess. His partnership with Wildlife SOS for Save The Elephants Day demonstrates his commitment to animal welfare and conservation efforts.
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