Youth Lead the Call to End Elephant Rides at Amer Fort on World Environment Day

Jaipur (Rajasthan) [India], June 6: On the occasion of World Environment Day, more than fifty youth gathered at the Jal Mahal in Jaipur to paint wild animals, including elephants, to convey the message that wildlife belongs in the wild The children also delivered spontaneous speeches as part of an extempore event where they highlighted the need to keep all wild animals in the wild, including elephants. It was poignantly brought to the forefront that the captive elephants of Amer Fort in Jaipur are not meant for rides and entertainment, but are suited for a wild existence, where they belong. The children drew images of animals in the wild and in captivity, highlighting the stark contrast of their lives in these situations. The drawings of the children will be delivered to the Chief Minister of Rajasthan requesting him to adhere to the concept of keeping wild animals in the wild on the occasion of World Environment Day and end elephant rides in Amer Fort in Jaipur.

Jun 06, 2026