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Angels Nair is an Indian animal welfare activist and the General Secretary of the non-governmental organization (NGO) Animal Legal Force Integration, based in Kochi, Kerala. He is recognized for his active involvement in animal rights cases and his advocacy against animal cruelty, particularly focusing on captive and wild elephants in Kerala.
Early Career
[edit]Nair began his career in Bombay as an illustrator and painter before transitioning into animal rights activism. He has since devoted his efforts to raising awareness about animal welfare and advocating for legal reforms to protect animals.
Activism
[edit]Nair has played a significant role in addressing issues related to the welfare and legal rights of animals, especially elephants. His work often involves filing legal cases to challenge acts of animal cruelty and pushing for stricter enforcement of animal protection laws.[1]
Key Focus Areas
[edit]- Captive Elephants in Kerala: Nair has drawn attention to the declining population of captive elephants in Kerala, citing a reduction from 702 elephants in December 2010. He has raised concerns about illegal captivity and the inhumane treatment of elephants.[2]
- Illegal Capture and Training of Wild Elephants: Nair filed a plea in the Kerala High Court challenging the capture of two wild elephants in Palakkad and Wyanad, alleging violations of wildlife protection laws.
- Elephant Training Practices: He has argued that elephant training practices, particularly those involving wild-caught elephants, contravene Indian animal welfare laws. Nair has filed several cases against the Kerala Forest Department, contesting government orders permitting such practices.
Controversies
[edit]Nair's outspoken approach has attracted both praise and criticism.
- Case Against Vava Suresh: Nair filed a legal case against Vava Suresh,[3] a prominent snake catcher, alleging that Suresh's handling of snakes caused[4]harm and internal injuries to the animals, potentially affecting their survival post-release. This case sparked significant social media backlash from Suresh's supporters.
- Comments on Wild Boar Culling: In response to farmers seeking permission to cull wild boars damaging crops,[5]Nair remarked, "If you kill the pig, the leopard will eat you," emphasizing the ecological role of wild species. His comment drew criticism from agricultural groups but received support from environmentalists for its interpretation of the food chain.
- Statement on Government Wildlife Policies: Nair's remark,[6]"the target should be not the wild boar but the wild minister," in response to Kerala's Forest Minister's proposal to cull wild boars, generated controversy and led to legal warnings.
- Media Attention: Nair's statement, "[7]I am not an animal lover," drew significant media attention. He later clarified that his activism focuses on legal action against animal cruelty offenders rather than animal rescue efforts alone.
Legacy and Impact
[edit]Angels Nair's activism has drawn attention to animal welfare issues in India, contributing to public discourse and influencing legal frameworks for animal protection. His work has sparked discussions on wildlife policies, ethical treatment of animals, and strategies for balancing conservation with human-animal coexistence.
References
[edit]- ^ Marunadan TV (2019-12-29). ശാസ്താംകോട്ട നീലകണ്ഠന് യാത്രയാകുന്നത് ഇരുപത് വര്ഷത്തെ വേദനയും പേറി I Sasthamkotta Neelakandan. Retrieved 2024-11-25 – via YouTube.
- ^ Mathrubhumi News (2024-10-02). നാട്ടാന കണക്ക് വിവാദം; പട്ടിക വെട്ടിയും തിരുത്തിയും വനംവകുപ്പ് | elephants | wildlife. Retrieved 2024-11-25 – via YouTube.
- ^ "Kerala High Court issues notice to Vava Suresh". Kerala High Court issues notice to Vava Suresh. Retrieved 2024-11-25.
- ^ ഡെസ്ക്, ന്യൂസ് (2021-12-04). "വാവാ സുരേഷ് മറ്റൊരു മോന്സണ് മാവുങ്കലെന്ന് ഏംഗല്സ് നായര്. പറയുന്നതെല്ലാം നുണ !". Southlive (in Malayalam). Retrieved 2024-11-25.
- ^ MediaoneTV Live (2021-12-16). ആദ്യത്തെ ജീവിയെ മുഴുവൻ തിന്നാൻ നിങ്ങൾ സമ്മതിച്ചോ? അതുകൊണ്ടാണ് കടുവ പിന്നെയും പിന്നെയും വന്നത്. Retrieved 2024-11-25 – via YouTube.
- ^ ഡെസ്ക്, ന്യൂസ് (2021-11-23). "ക്ഷുദ്രജീവിയായി പ്രഖ്യാപിക്കേണ്ടത് കാട്ടുപന്നിയെയല്ല, കാട്ടുമന്ത്രിയെ !". Southlive (in Malayalam). Retrieved 2024-11-25.
- ^ ഡെസ്ക്, ന്യൂസ് (2021-12-07). "താന് മൃഗസ്നേഹിയല്ലെന്ന് ഏംഗല്സ് നായര് ! | പുലിയെ ഓടിച്ചുവിടരുതെന്ന് നിയമമുണ്ട്". Southlive (in Malayalam). Retrieved 2024-11-25.