Special honour for Messi at Vantara as Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant name lion cub ‘Lionel’ after the global football icon, it stands for…
Published on: Dec. 17, 2025, 12:40 p.m. | Source: India.com
Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant named a lion cub ‘Lionel’ as a mark of respect and admiration for football legend Lionel Messi. During his visit to Vantara, Messi spent the day at the wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and conservation centre set up by Anant Ambani. The visit highlighted India’s mix of culture, spirituality, and modern science-based care for rescued animals from different parts of the world. Messi took part in traditional Hindu rituals, had close interactions with animals, and went on guided tours of the facility. - Special honour for Messi at Vantara as Anant Ambani, Radhika Merchant name lion cub 'Lionel' after the global football icon, it stands for...
