Angaraj Thengal
Executive Member, Astitva Foundation
Advancing compassionate and science-informed solutions across animal welfare, research, and community engagement.
About
As President of Astitva Foundation, Nitul Das leads initiatives that place humane care, dignity, and data-driven impact at the center of animal welfare. His work connects rescue operations, rehabilitation, public awareness, and collaborative research to deliver practical outcomes for animals and communities alike.
Vision
- Build compassionate communities where animal welfare is a shared civic responsibility.
- Advance research-backed practices that improve health, safety, and long-term outcomes.
- Strengthen partnerships across NGOs, academia, local bodies, and volunteers.
- Promote education that translates empathy into everyday action.
Focus Areas
Research & Evidence
The foundation emphasizes measurement and learning to refine programs. Typical activities include needs assessments, case documentation, protocol development, and knowledge sharing with peer organizations. Insights inform training materials, standard operating procedures, and policy recommendations.
- Field studies that improve rescue, fostering, and rehabilitation outcomes.
- Data systems for case tracking, transparency, and volunteer coordination.
- Evidence-based guidance for humane, safe, and scalable interventions.