Backlash as Indian oil heir made professor of sustainability by Newcastle University
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Conservation category. Published on September 24, 2026 • Originally reported by Rachel Hall and Patrick Greenfield. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Conservation category. Published on September 24, 2026 • Originally reported by Rachel Hall and Patrick Greenfield. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
Role for Anant Ambani, son of India’s richest person, who also runs a controversial mega-zoo, met with incredulity
Newcastle University is facing a backlash from conservationists over the appointment of the heir to an Indian oil and gas fortune who runs a controversial mega-zoo as a professor of sustainability.
The university announced that Anant Ambani had been given a professorship of practice for “his work in conservation, biodiversity protection, animal welfare and environmental stewardship” and “significant contributions to advancing a more sustainable future”.
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