Prince Mehra
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Prince Mehra | |
|---|---|
| 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]
Career
[edit]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]
Recognition
[edit]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]
Public activities
[edit]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]
References
[edit]- ^ "Meet UT's Manjit Singh, who is giving wings to birds for taking flight again". The Indian Express. 2023-09-04. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
- ^ a b c "Meet Prince Mehra, Chandigarh's 'bird doctor' on wheels". The Indian Express. 2023-08-22. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
- ^ "Prince Charming for birds in distress". The Tribune. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
- ^ a b Kaur, Jasleen (2022-12-26). "Chandigarh: Meet Limca Book of Records holder Prince Mehra who has dedicated his life to birds". PTC News. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
- ^ a b PTI (2023-01-05). "Meet Prince Mehra, Chandigarh's messiah for birds in distress". The New Indian Express. Retrieved 2025-05-18.
- ^ a b c "पक्षियों के लिए देवदूत बने प्रिंस मेहरा:11 सालों से संकट में फंसे परिंदों को निकाल रहे; 1150 को दे चुके हैं नया जीवन". Dainik Bhaskar. Retrieved 18 May 2025.
- ^ a b "1254 मृत पक्षियों को दफनाया, 1150 का किया इलाज... चंडीगढ़ के प्रिंस मेहरा, जिन्हें कहा जाता है 'बर्ड मैन'". Navbharat Times (in Hindi). Retrieved 2025-05-18.
- ^ a b "बेमिसालः मिलिए 'एंबुलेंस मैन' से, जो करते हैं एक ऐसा काम, मिला इंडिया स्टार पर्सनैलिटी अवार्ड". Amar Ujala (in Hindi). Retrieved 2025-05-18.