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India's Hidden Animal Crisis: PETA's Poorva Joshipura Exposes Shocking Truths & Solutions!

Welcome to a powerful episode brought to you by Pratha Indic Renaissance Trust in collaboration with Jio Events. Hosted by Ms. Sheenam Dhingra, Vice President of Pratha, this episode features an eye-opening conversation with Poorva Joshipura, Senior Vice President at PETA India. Dive into the urgent issues of animal welfare, the rise of vegetarianism and veganism, illegal animal trafficking, religious and legislative challenges, and innovative solutions shaping India’s future. [00:00] Introduction & Audience Welcome Ms. Sheenam Dhingra welcomes volunteers and listeners, setting the stage for a candid discussion on animal welfare and the changing landscape of vegetarianism in India. #AnimalWelfare #Podcast #India [02:10] The State of Vegetarianism & Veganism in India Poorva Joshipura discusses India’s unique position as the world’s largest vegetarian population, the surprising growth in veganism, and the challenges posed by rising meat consumption. She shares recent statistics and the positive trends PETA is seeing, despite industry pressures. #VegetarianIndia #VeganRise #FoodTrends [06:45] Shocking Realities of Chicken and Egg Production Poorva reveals disturbing facts about the poultry industry: • 202 million chickens killed daily worldwide • 140,000 slaughtered every minute • Abuses in broiler and egg-laying operations, including genetic manipulation, overcrowding, and cruel culling of male chicks She explains how these practices impact animal welfare and public health. #PoultryAbuse #AnimalRights #VeganForThePlanet [13:20] Disease Risks: Bird Flu, COVID-19, and Factory Farming The conversation shifts to how factory farming environments fuel pandemics like bird flu and COVID-19. Poorva highlights the 60% mortality rate of bird flu in humans and the urgent need for systemic change. #PandemicRisks #BirdFlu #FactoryFarming [17:30] Environmental Impact: Meat, Dairy, and Climate Change Poorva discusses the UN’s findings on animal agriculture’s contribution to nearly 20% of human-induced greenhouse gases. She cites research showing that a vegan diet can reduce an individual’s food carbon footprint by up to 73%. #ClimateCrisis #GoVegan #SustainableLiving [21:00] Illegal Animal Trafficking & Temple Elephants Sheenam raises the issue of illegal animal trafficking, especially elephants used in temples. Poorva explains how many captive elephants lack legal documentation and are likely wild-caught. PETA’s innovative solution: donating life-sized mechanical elephants to temples, ending cruelty while preserving tradition. #WildlifeTrafficking #TempleElephants #Innovation [27:15] Religion, Tradition & Animal Welfare Poorva emphasizes that all religions encourage kindness and compassion toward animals. She shares quotes from Prophet Muhammad and highlights how religious values can align with animal rights, regardless of faith. #Compassion #ReligiousHarmony #Ahimsa [31:00] Halal/Jhatka Controversy & Legislative Action The hosts discuss the contentious issue of halal and jhatka slaughter. Poorva explains PETA’s approach: advocating for veganism as the true solution, citing global examples of governments promoting plant-based diets for health and environmental reasons. #HalalDebate #Legislation #PlantBased [36:30] Balancing Personal Choice, Law, and Compassion Poorva challenges the idea of “personal choice” when victims are involved, drawing parallels to other ethical issues. She urges listeners to consider the impact of their food choices on animals, the planet, and themselves. #Ethics #PersonalChoice #BeKind [40:00] Q&A & Closing Thoughts The episode wraps up with questions from the audience, actionable advice, and a call to action: embrace compassion, advocate for animal welfare, and support sustainable, ethical food systems. #QandA #TakeAction #FutureOfFood