Horrified by cruelty, this animal lover started an NGO that has rescued more than 6,000 animals in Karnataka
Ballari-based Humane World for Animals (previously CARE) was started by Nikhita Iyer after personally witnessing animal cruelty, and is now safeguarding stray and wild animals in many places around Karnataka.
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Not all inspiring stories have a happy beginning. Some are born out of a personal tragedy and the need to address pain.
When she was in Class VII,
Nikitha Iyer moved to Ballari, Karnataka from Chennai with her parents. Her family took care of a pregnant dog, who gave birth to six puppies. However, almost all the puppies, and the mother, succumbed to a disease called
As a child,
Vidhi Singhal was very passionate about fashion. In fact, in 2017, she quit her corporate job to start
The August Company a sustainable fashion startup in Bengaluru. But after reading about the kind of pollution in the earth and the need for sustainability, she wanted to do more than just make money.
To further that mission, the startup is now working on the
three pillars of sustainability social, economic, and environmental. The August Company’s workforce comprises
90 percent of women. In fact, it pays fair wages and fixed salaries to all its employees. The startup ensures its products are environment-friendly and makes accessories with remnant fabrics. It also uses