People for Animals Uttarakhand (PFA Uttarakhand) is a grassroots organisation working to protect animals through rescue, rehabilitation, policy reform, and the promotion of humane farming practices. Our work combines on-ground care with long-term system change.
We run a no-tie, no-cage sanctuary called the Happy Home Sanctuary that provides lifelong care to horses, mules, donkeys, cats, goats, sheep, and poultry birds rescued from cruelty, overwork, sacrifice and unsafe situations. A major focus is the welfare of working equines used on tough mountain pilgrimage routes. To expand this work, we are establishing a new Equine Sanctuary in Jammu for over 250 rescued equines.
Beyond rescue, we strengthen animal welfare systems across India. Through the Ahimsa Fellowship, we train young professionals to work with government departments, improve enforcement of animal protection laws, and build district-level welfare capacity. We also conduct training for police, judicial officers, and veterinary officials. This year we have launched another program called Applied Animal Advocacy Certificate Program which is mainly designed for working professionals.
PFA Uttarakhand supports the shift toward humane, cruelty-free farming by helping institutions adopt ethical sourcing practices and training farmers in cage-free and high-welfare production systems.
During disasters, we provide emergency food, veterinary care, and on-ground support for animals affected by floods, landslides, and extreme weather.
Our Mission: To rescue and rehabilitate animals in distress, ensure long-term protection through compassionate infrastructure, and create lasting change through policy strengthening, education, and ethical farming models.
Future Plans:
Sanctuary Infrastructure
Upgrade sanctuary infrastructure like species specific houses, reconstruction of boundary walls, etc.
Upgrade to a more sustainable set up like solar lights and heaters
Scale Pilgrim Route Protections
Launch the Jammu Equine Sanctuary
Operate Mobile Vet Units during Vaishno Devi pilgrimage season
Conduct pilgrim-facing campaigns and work with local authorities
Expand Policy Engagement
Institutionalise trainings across more states and departments
Launch advocacy campaigns for stricter enforcement of PCA laws
Grow Cage-Free Demonstration Program
Establish additional training centers
Onboard more farmers to cruelty-free practices
Create market linkages for ethically produced eggs