About Us
Welcome to Chhaya – A Safe Haven for Animals
At Chhaya, we believe every life matters – whether it’s a dog in distress, an injured cow, or a bird with a broken wing. Nestled in the peaceful village of Aswathaberia, our animal hospital and rescue shelter have been a beacon of hope since 2008. Under the umbrella of People for the Respect & Care of Animals (PRCA), a registered charitable trust, we work tirelessly to provide medical care, shelter, and love to animals in need.
Our Story
A Mission of Love and Care
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Chhaya wasn’t just built – it was born out of love, compassion, and an urgent need to help animals suffering on the streets of Kolkata.
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Every day, innocent animals face unimaginable hardships. Stray dogs and cows wander through busy roads, often getting hit by speeding vehicles. Some, left in pain, are doused with water by well-meaning but misguided people, hoping they’ll get up. Others, tragically, face cruelty at the hands of humans, subjected to acid attacks or beatings simply because they’re in the way. It became painfully clear – Kolkata needed a place where these animals could be rescued, treated, and cared for. That’s why Chhaya was created.
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Since 2008, our doors have been open to the most vulnerable creatures, giving them a second chance at life. Our rescue vehicles operate six days a week, responding to distress calls and bringing injured animals to safety. Once healed, many return to the places they call home, while others who cannot survive on the streets find permanent refuge at Chhaya.
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But we don’t just treat injuries – we also prevent them. Through our Animal Birth Control (ABC) Programme, we humanely manage Kolkata’s stray dog population, reducing suffering and minimizing conflicts between animals and humans.
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What started with treating just 1-2 dogs a day in makeshift huts has now grown into a full-fledged hospital treating 400-450 dogs, 10-15 goats, and 5-6 cows daily. Over the years, we’ve also rescued and treated horses, birds, monkeys, rabbits, pigs, and even jackals. Chhaya has expanded into a 30,000 sq. ft. sanctuary on a 2.5-acre plot, ensuring that no animal in need is turned away.
Our Infrastructure
A Place of Comfort and Care
We’ve built a space where animals can heal, recover, and find safety. Here’s what we offer:
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Advanced Operation Theatre : Air Conditioned with Advanced OT Tables, Diathermy, Vessel Sealer, Oxygen Support, Shadow-less Surgical Lights, Dehumidifier and Ozone Sterilization System
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Digital Radiology : Advanced X-Ray Set-up
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Admission Space : Sanitization and Bathing for dogs before admission and release
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66 Well Ventilated Kennels For In-Patient : Divided in 7 Blocks according to treatment protocols, with enough space to move freely.
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Trauma Care Shelter : For Paralyzed and fainted canine patients
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Permanent Canine Shelter: For the dogs who are abandoned or never taken back from Chhaya
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Bath Station : Provides an antiseptic bath for every new admission to ensure optimal hygiene and comfort.
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Laundry : With Industrial Washing Machine and Tumble Dryer for cleaning daily clothing used for free treatment to our in-patients
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Kitchen : for preparing daily meals for our in-patients with high nutrient values
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Out-Patient Department : Emergency Medication Support by experts, for dogs, cats, cows, buffalos, goats and birds, free of any cost.
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Aviary : For rescued birds under treatment or permanently sheltered
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Equine Stable : For abandoned or tortured horses who are permanently sheltered at Chhaya
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Equine Stable : For abandoned or tortured horses who are permanently sheltered at Chhaya
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Baal Gaushala : for sheltering rescued male calves who needs special care everyday
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OPD Gaushala : For treatment and quarantine of large animals or cattle animals who are in patient.
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Goat Pen : For rescued goats and ships who got second chance to live at Chhaya
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Misting System : For relief of the large animals from the temperature raise at scorching summer
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Centralized Heating System : For relief of all in-patients from temperature fall at winter (under development)
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Solar PV System : To consume electricity in an eco-friendly and sustainable manner
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Biogas Plant : A sustainable solution for fuel requirement for cooking, using cow dunk.
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Anteem Vishram : A mortuary for all the deceased in-patients to give them the last due respect in proper manner.
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Ambulance Service : 4 vehicles to service access Kolkata and extended regions for rescuing stray animals suffering at streets
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Hydraulic Vehicle : To rescue large animals
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Conference Room : For knowledge sharing sessions, seminars or CSR Events.
Our Services
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Free Treatment to all in-patients
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Free Treatment to all out-patients
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Free Ambulance Service across scheduled locations in Kolkata, Howrah, South 24 Parganas.
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Free Rescue Service for Large Cattle Animals across South Bengal
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Free sheltering for rescued cattle animals
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Canine ABC Surgery
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Vaccination Drives
Our Impact Since 2008
1
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Birth control surgeries
1
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OPD
1
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Dogs Admitted
1
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Animals Sheltered
1
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Total Animals Treated
Our Mission
At Chhaya, our mission is to provide free, compassionate, and quality medical care to injured, abandoned, and voiceless animals on the streets.
Every day, we work tirelessly to rescue, treat, and rehabilitate dogs, cows, bulls, calves, and horses who have nowhere else to turn.
Through sterilization and vaccination programs, we strive to create a humane and sustainable solution to street animal suffering.
We believe every life matters – regardless of species, condition, or circumstance.
Chhaya stands as a safe haven where care, dignity, and second chances are given unconditionally.