Prince Mehra | |
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| Born | Manjit Singh India |
| Occupation | Social worker |
| Years active | 1990–present |
Prince Mehra, also known as Manjit Singh, [1] is an Indian social worker based in Chandigarh. [2] He is noted for his voluntary work rescuing and rehabilitating injured birds in the Tricity region of Chandigarh, Mohali, and Panchkula. [3]
Mehra began bird rescue work in 1990 after observing incidents involving injured birds. [4] [5] He equipped a bicycle with medical supplies to deliver first aid to birds in urban areas and later transitioned to using an electric scooter to extend his range. [6] He treats birds injured due to electrocution, kite string entanglement, heat exposure, and other urban hazards. [7] He is reported to have treated and rehabilitated over 1,100 injured or distressed birds. [8] Additionally, he has performed the last rites for 600 deceased birds. [8]
In addition to his voluntary efforts, Mehra is employed as a drawing teacher in a government school. [6] In 2016, he was appointed to the Chandigarh Administration’s Animal Husbandry Department as an animal attendant. [2] His rescue work is conducted independently and is not part of his formal duties. [7]
Mehra was featured in the Limca Book of Records in 2014 for operating a mobile bird ambulance. [4] In 2021, he received a State Award from the Chandigarh Administration in recognition of his contributions to animal welfare. [5]
Mehra has engaged in public awareness and preventive measures during kite-flying festivals and high-temperature periods, such as distributing water bowls and providing first aid guidance for birds. [2] Cases requiring advanced care are referred to veterinary hospitals or animal welfare organizations. [6]
