The Foundation is keen to build up veterinary hospitals for stray and abandoned animals in need. Till now, we have been taking our injured and ill animals outside for veterinary attention. This can be tiring, in terms of logistics, and uncomfortable for the animal that is already in distress. We need to set up a one-stop centre where investigations and treatment of a variety of injuries and illnesses can be done under one roof so that we can monitor the progress of the animals in our care in a better way.

The first few hours after an accident or a traumatic event are the most critical for the injured or ill animals. However, because of the lack of our own ambulance, we often run from pillar to post to find transport to pick up the accident victim and to take the victim to a veterinarian. The organization also hopes to set up Mobile Clinics that can pick up and/or treat accident-hit animals and to carry out on-the-spot treatment for animals that do not require hospitalization.

Building up awareness is the need of the hour. Awareness Building Programmes are very essential to educate the general public about the necessity and benefits of animal welfare, caring of stray and pet animals, various myths and realities about animals, common animal diseases and their remedies, how to fight the cruelty to animals in their areas. We also need to spread awareness about first aid in case of animal bites.

A management graduate and an artist, Dorothy Ghosh chose compassion over career when she left a successful and lucrative profession to start this noble mission alongside her mother, Kalyani Ghosh. At the Kalyani Animal Welfare Foundation, Dorothy is the heart and soul of the shelter — treating every animal as her own. She knows every name, every scar, and every story. Her days are spent comforting the old, healing the sick, and giving hope to those who had none. With unshakable dedication, she works endlessly to raise awareness, gather support, and ensure that every animal under her care lives with dignity, comfort, and love.

Moved by her deep compassion for animals, Jolly Dey found her true calling at the Kalyani Animal Welfare Foundation. A graduate and a successful businesswoman, she chose to leave behind a thriving career to devote her time and energy to the service of animals in need. With her arrival, the Foundation gained a new dimension — her rich experience with both animals and management has strengthened every aspect of the organization’s work. Jolly has also played a vital role in spreading awareness about animal welfare, inspiring others to care, protect, and stand up for those who cannot speak for themselves.

Kalyani Ghosh was the heart and inspiration behind the creation of the Kalyani Animal Welfare Foundation. A scholar and a beloved teacher, she blended wisdom and compassion in everything she did, always reaching out to those in distress. She dedicated her entire life’s savings — and much of her pension — to the cause of animal welfare, asking for nothing in return. In the twilight of her life, when she could have enjoyed the comfort she so rightfully deserved, she chose instead a simple, almost Spartan existence so that her beloved four-legged children could live with care, dignity, and love.