Anant M. Ambani has launched Champions of Care, a national initiative to strengthen community animal welfare in India, on the occasion of World Animal Day.Announced in Jamnagar on October 6, the Vantara initiative brings together more than 50 animal welfare organisations from across India. It will support community dogs, cats and large animals through veterinary hospitals, mobile rescue services and long-term care.Eight members of the Animal Welfare Board of India participated in the launch gathering. The initiative covers street animals, abandoned and working animals such as cattle, donkeys and horses, and animals rescued after injury or neglect.An estimated 2 million animals a year could be reached through veterinary care, rescue, shelter, feeding and long-term support. The programme also includes responsible population management through animal birth control.Ambani, Executive Director of Reliance Industries, is known for his animal welfare philanthropy. The initiative aims to back the people who care for community animals with practical and sustainable solutions.