Cows supported
Horses fed
Dogs kept warm
Birds sheltered
ANIMALS AS
CO-HABITANTS OF EARTH
The marginalised and the under-served count in the millions across the world, and more so in India. We at Mukul Madhav Foundation take it upon ourselves to stand up for those who are unrepresented or don’t have a voice to speak up for themselves. Not just humans, but animals too.
A journey that began in response to an appeal for funds by animal welfare NGO, People for Animals, today sees us actively engaged in helping create a better world where animals are treated with dignity and empathy, and live in protected environments where they stay well-fed.
When we receive an appeal, we act immediately. Whether it is an appeal to repair a cowshed devastated by torrential rains, or street dogs suffering through a bitter cold wave – we make sure these animals don’t have to endure even an extra second more of trauma – responding with aid, immediately. Sometimes, even within less than six hours. Through our various interventions, we ensure disease prevention and veterinary treatment, appropriate shelter, management, nutrition and humane handling.
Where humans domesticate animals for their livelihoods, we look to create a more compassionate relationship. Besides our work in animal welfare, this is also evident in the vocational training we impart (see here). Be it beekeeping, goat or sheep rearing, we ensure that along with a livelihood, our benefactors are also educated on the care and nutrition of their bread earners.
This work in animal welfare also extends to safeguarding the habitats of wild animals, both on land and in water. With our work in tree plantation, river and beach cleaning, Swachh Ganga Kosh, water conservation and the environment.
For detailed reports on specific initiatives, email us at reports@mmpc.in
Wildlife Support
The Ranakpur Wildlife Sanctuary in Udaipur, Rajasthan, was grappling with severe water scarcity, posing a significant threat to its diverse wildlife population. This scarcity often forced animals to migrate to nearby villages for water, increasing human-wildlife conflicts and disrupting ecological balance.
Welfare of Cows
Our love and devotion for cows has taken the shape of various cow welfare activities, such as providing fodder, repairing their sheds, cattle rehabilitation, and offering medical assistance to ensure the safety of these animals. We have begun projects supporting cattle rehabilitation through our Cattle Development Centres in various locations.
Nurturing Horses
Horses encounter a wide range of abuse as part of their versatile use in farming, leisure, sport and domestic activities. As advocates of animal welfare, we extend our resources to help improve their situation in any way we can.
Caring for Stray Dogs
We believe in treating dogs with love, empathy and care, regardless of their breed or background. Our initiatives aim to ensure their well-being and promote animal welfare.
Helping Injured Birds
We recognise the vital role that birds play in our ecosystem and are committed to protecting them. We support the Society for Jivrakshak for Animals Padra (SJAP) by providing recuperation cages for injured birds, aiding in their rescue and treatment during Makar Sankranti kite flying hazards.
Glimpses of
our work
Turtles
At Mukul Madhav Foundation, we are committed to safeguarding marine biodiversity by supporting the conservation of the Olive Ridley turtles. Through our partnership with the Forest Department at Gaonkhadi Beach, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, we have taken proactive steps to protect this endangered species. Our initiatives include setting up secure hatcheries, monitoring nesting sites, and providing safe hatching conditions for thousands of eggs. We aim to contribute to a thriving coastal ecosystem by preserving their natural habitat and raising awareness about marine conservation.
On 12th February 2025, the Olive Ridley Turtle Conservation Project at Gaonkhadi Beach, Ratnagiri, achieved massive success as thousands of baby turtles hatched and embarked on their journey to the sea. Mukul Madhav Foundation leads this effort in collaboration with the Forest Department.
On 8th November 2024, Mukul Madhav Foundation officially signed an MoU with the Forest Department at Gaonkhadi Beach, Ratnagiri, Maharashtra, to launch the Olive Ridley Turtle Conservation Project. This partnership aims to protect marine biodiversity and conserve endangered species.
Welfare of Cows
Inauguration of the Cattle Development Centre in Masar, Gujarat, on 25th July, 2024. This centre will benefit over 1,280 residents across five villages by improving livestock productivity.
Shree Pritam Muni, Guruji and Trustee of Lakulish Dham Ashram oversees the feeding of cows and calves as part of the extended Cattle Rehabilitation Project supported by MMF-FIL until March 2025.
The signing of the cow adoption agreement in Vadodara
Fodder for cows
Medical assistance for cows
Sheltering cows with sheds
Cowshed built at Agriculture College in Pune to facilitate better study of indigenous cows
A milk analyser installed in the Animal Husbandry Department at Agriculture College in Pune
Nurturing Horses
Horses in Matheran provided with fodder during the pandemic
Official handover of ration and fodder to caretakers
Fodder and ration stocked up for the pandemic
Helping Injured Birds
Our efforts aim to create awareness about the importance of bird conservation and their welfare.
Our support to the Society for Jivrakshak for Animals Padra (SJAP) by providing recuperation cages for injured birds, aiding in their rescue and treatment during Makar Sankranti kite flying hazards.
Sheltering injured birds
Building a safe space for injured birds
Appreciation received for welfare efforts of birds in Gujarat
Inauguration of the bird cage in Gujarat
Caring for Stray Dogs
100 stray dogs managed by Lila Parulekar Welfare Trust shelter were provided with blankets to aid them in winter
RJ Kabira receives blankets for dogs in immediate response to an appeal from Blue Cross that he announced on Red FM, Pune
Wildlife Support
Mukul Madhav Foundation partnered with Earth Bridge Foundation to install solar-powered pump sets at two (Pipla Chowkie and Pagpawti) strategic locations within the sanctuary. These pump sets are designed to provide reliable water sources, benefiting over 10,000 animals and reducing their need to venture outside the sanctuary boundaries.
On 8th November 2024, Mukul Madhav Foundation signed an MoU with the Forest Department to support the Olive Ridley Turtle Conservation Project at Gaonkhadi Beach in Ratnagiri, Maharashtra.
