Through compassion, collaboration, and unwavering commitment, we aim to create a future where animals are no longer seen as disposable but as beings deserving of love and care. Our ultimate goal is to foster a society that values and protects all animal life, ensuring a kinder and more compassionate world for all.
Our mission is to rescue, protect, and rehabilitate animals in need, offering them the care and compassion they deserve. We are committed to creating safe spaces where animals can heal and thrive, and to educating communities on the importance of animal welfare. Through our efforts, we strive to inspire and empower others to advocate for a world where all animals are treated with kindness and respect.
Manavi Rai was born in the bustling city of Delhi. From a young age, she showed a deep love and compassion for animals, often rescuing stray animals and birds in her neighborhood.
During the pandemic, Manavi witnessed the severe impact on stray animals as lockdowns left them without food, starving, and vulnerable. Cases of distress, including dehydration, injuries, and abandonment, rose alarmingly. Determined to act, she founded Udgam, an initiative to provide food, medical care, and shelter, ensuring these helpless creatures were cared for and not forgotten during the crisis.
Manavi’s dedication to animal rescue has led to a remarkable milestone—rescuing an average of 90 cases per month. With 12 cases per day, her consistent efforts have contributed to a significant reduction in mortality rates among rescued animals. One of her proudest moments came when she successfully rescued her 500th animal, a stray dog in urgent need of medical care. This milestone brought increased recognition to her work and sparked greater awareness around animal welfare.
Understanding the importance of spreading awareness, Manavi began conducting educational workshops on animal care and rescue techniques. These workshops educated hundreds of young individuals about the importance of compassion towards animals. In addition to this, Manavi trained a dedicated group of Sevadhars, as she calls her employees, to ensure that her rescue operations ran smoothly. She also worked with local school children, teaching them how to properly sanitize and care for stray dogs, empowering the younger generation to contribute to animal welfare.
To extend her reach, Manavi turned to social media platforms, sharing rescue stories, educational tips, and adoption opportunities. Her online presence helped build a supportive community of animal lovers and activists, fostering a network of care. Manavi believes in the power of individual action, urging others to be selfless and take responsibility, rather than relying solely on NGOs. She emphasizes that without personal involvement, only a small percentage of animals—about 2%—will receive the help they need.
