Stray Animal Charity’s ‘Lifeline Van’ Dream Finally Realised

Well-being of Strays (WBS), an animal welfare organisation, has secured a vital dedicated vehicle, marking a “turning point” in its mission to rescue and transport stray animals. The acquisition, which overcomes months of “exorbitant transport costs” and logistical hurdles, was the realisation of a long-held dream for the charity’s president and founder, Manishi Doolub Gaungoo.

Corporate Support Delivers Essential Rescue Vehicle

The essential vehicle—a van—will dramatically enhance WBS’s ability to operate, allowing the team to collect abandoned puppies, take injured animals to the vet, and deliver rehomed animals to their new loving homes.

The dream became reality thanks to the crucial support of several companies: Maubank Ltd, Spoon Consulting Ltd, and Digital Virgo AMEA Ltd.

Manishi Doolub Gaungoo confirmed the purchase was made through Salim Motors, stating she was “grateful” for the trust placed in the company.

The dedicated transport means the charity can now carry cages, food, and animals under appropriate conditions. This will also reduce expenses that had previously strained the small organisation. “No one is left out,” Manishi emphasised. “The animals travel safely, and we can act faster.”

Overcoming Transport Hurdles

For months, the NGO faced major challenges in transporting strays. Manishi recounted that vehicle owners often “refused to transport stray animals because of their dirty appearance”, making every trip a challenge and every rescue a race against time.

The new van changes everything, allowing the team to more easily visit veterinarians, pick up food donations, and transport their products for fund-raising operations held in front of supermarkets.

A New Dream on the Horizon

While the vehicle marks a major step forward, the journey for Well-being of Strays continues.

The next ambitious objective is to secure a permanent plot of land to house the rescued animals. Manishi admitted this is their “biggest dream” but currently remains “out of reach”. However, she remains hopeful, stating that every small step is a victory for “those who have no voice.”

Source: l’Express