From Streets to Seva: How Ashutosh Rana is Leading One of India’s Most Compassionate Animal Welfare Movements

Ahmedabad  July 2025:
 In a world that often overlooks the suffering of the voiceless, Ashutosh Rana, a 20-year-old youth activist, is becoming a symbol of silent revolution. Founder of the Hungry Animals Feeding Foundation, Ashutosh has made it his life’s mission to serve, feed, and rescue stray animals across India — a movement that is now inspiring young changemakers from Gujarat to Delhi.

At an age when most are still exploring career paths, Ashutosh has already found his purpose — in the form of unconditional service to stray animals, especially cows and dogs. What started as a solo initiative has grown into one of the most heartfelt and followed grassroots efforts in the country.

The Beginning of a Movement

Ashutosh’s journey began when he witnessed a horrifying scene: a stray animal crushed by a vehicle, left to suffer while everyone walked past in silence. “That moment broke something inside me,” he recalls. “I realized that animals feel pain just like humans, but they don’t have a voice. It was time someone stood up for them.”

That moment transformed into action. He started by feeding a few dogs and cows near his locality. Over time, this act of compassion expanded into a structured routine — feeding hundreds of stray animals daily, arranging for emergency treatments, and raising awareness about animal rights.

A Daily Mission of Kindness

Ashutosh documents his work regularly — not for fame, but to inspire awareness. From feeding drives during extreme heat or rain to rushing injured animals to local vets, his dedication is relentless. His foundation also works in collaboration with local volunteers and donors, ensuring that no animal sleeps hungry or dies untreated due to human ignorance.

Many of his stories resonate deeply with people in Ahmedabad and across Gujarat, where stray animal populations and road mishaps are growing concerns. Ashutosh’s methods are simple but powerful — consistent care, clean food, community involvement, and on-ground action.

A Voice for the Voiceless

The Hungry Animals Feeding Foundation operates with clear ethics — no commercial distractions, no hidden motives, only compassion. Ashutosh’s approach is grounded in seva (service), and his work is an open invitation for others to join the movement in their own localities.

As his message spreads, so does the ripple effect — from school children feeding animals with their pocket money, to young volunteers helping with night-time rescues, Ashutosh’s influence is visible on the ground, not just online.

Changing India, One Animal at a Time

In a country where stray animals often go unnoticed, Ashutosh Rana’s efforts stand as a reminder that compassion is not bound by age, resources, or recognition — it is a choice. His foundation’s journey is not just about animals — it’s about human responsibility, silent empathy, and creating a kinder future.

About Hungry Animals Feeding Foundation

Founded in 2023 by Ashutosh Rana, Hungry Animals Feeding Foundation is a youth-led movement focused on animal welfare across India. With daily feeding drives, on-ground rescue operations, and awareness campaigns, the foundation continues to expand its reach and impact — one act of kindness at a time.