A committee constituted by High Court of Sindh under the chairmanship of Chief Conservator of Wildlife, Javed Mahar, visited the Karachi Zoo to check the physical and mental health of Rano bear and other animals housed in the zoo.
During the visit, the committee members inspected various enclosures, observed animal behavior, and evaluated their overall health conditions. The objective of the visit was to ensure that the animals are being maintained in accordance with prescribed welfare standards and to identify any areas that may require improvement.
The Karachi Zoo administration extended full cooperation to the visiting committee. The team provided detailed briefings regarding ongoing animal care practices, feeding routines, veterinary check-ups, and maintenance of enclosures.
It was noted that regular veterinary support, proper nutrition, and improved hygiene measures have contributed positively to animal welfare.
However, the committee also observed a few areas for further enhancement and recorded specific recommendations to ensure continued compliance with animal care standards and to further uplift the zoo environment. These observations will be formally presented to the High Court in the upcoming report for appropriate consideration.
The Karachi Zoo administration reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining international standards of animal welfare, transparency, and cooperation with all relevant authorities to ensure a safe, healthy, and good environment for all animals under its care.