animal welfare

A surprise guest in a Delhi school storeroom led to a swift rescue by Wildlife SOS, showing how calm and coexistence save lives.

In Sadri, Rajasthan, the Raika community, known for herding camels, has shifted from trading to sustainable camel milk production through Camel Charisma. This social enterprise, led by Dr Ilse Köhler - Rollefson and Hanwant Singh Rathore, is helping preserve the Raikas’ way of life and livelihood.

Gauri Maulekhi’s initiatives have rescued thousands of equines from harsh pilgrimage routes, impacting 50 lakh animals and training 50,000 volunteers. Her work with 5,000 sensitised officials aims for improved animal welfare through compassion and strategic advocacy.

Abandoned for not producing milk, thousands of bulls were left to suffer on the streets. In Bikaner, Vighanesh Ojha stepped away from his corporate career to change that. Today, through his sanctuary Nandishala, over 2,500 bulls receive medical care, dignity, and a second chance at life.

When Deeksha Chauhan saw the cruelty towards animals, she decided to take matters into her own hands. She resorted to creating hyper-realistic paintings as her voice to contribute towards animal welfare and wildlife conservation.

Once a model, Pawan Sharma now dedicates his life to rescuing paralysed monkeys. With over 200 distress calls daily and eviction looming, he fights to give them a safe home. Here’s his story.

At 27, Bhargsetu Sharma leads a rescue initiative that has saved over 5,000 animals. Here’s how she is inspiring a movement of compassion and action for a kinder, more empathetic world.

From sustainable pet accessories to impactful collaborations with animal welfare organisations, IndieGood is leading a movement to make better choices for pets, people, and the planet.

From Karan Aujla’s luxe concert packages to Narayana Murthy’s romantic serenade, the world loves a good viral moment. But stories like Govind Bhati and Sharon Genevive’s work to preserve Rajasthan’s folk music, and Aryan Nangia’s platform for youth digital skills, are shaping a better future for generations to come.

A former educator turned full-time animal advocate, Chandrika Yolmo Lama’s tireless work has helped rescue over 200 stay dogs. Today, she walks eight kilometres every morning to cater to the needs of all stray dogs in her locality.