On the morning of Friday, April 10, 2026, Anant Ambani marked his 31st birthday with a soul-stirring and “classy” Vedic Puja ceremony at the newly consecrated grounds of Vantara University in Jamnagar.
Rooted in deep spirituality and “humanity,” the ceremony served as a moment of gratitude before the grand unveiling of the world’s first global university for wildlife conservation. Anant was joined by his wife, Radhika Merchant, and his father, Mukesh Ambani, as they offered prayers for the well-being of all living creatures, a central tenet of Anant’s Jeev Seva mission.
The atmosphere was one of “unstoppable energy” and purpose, as the dedicated Vantara team—the veterinarians, mahouts, and conservationists who work daily with the sanctuary’s 2,000+ animals—stood alongside the family. The ceremony featured traditional chants and a symbolic offering to nature, perfectly blending ancient Indian traditions with the “boss energy” of a modern institutional vision. Radhika looked “gorgeous” in a traditional yellow ensemble, mirroring the “Golden Hour” theme of the celebration.
Following the prayers, Anant and his father shared a heartwarming moment as they jointly laid the foundation for the university’s main academic block. This spiritual start to the day underscored that for Anant, success is not measured by grand parties, but by the “care and purpose” he provides to the ecosystem he has pledged to protect.