Mumbai's Urban Wildlife Guardians: A Look into RAWW's Impactful Work

In the bustling metropolis of Mumbai, where concrete often dominates the landscape, a beacon of hope shines for the city's vibrant wildlife. RAWW, an acronym for Resqink Association for Wildlife Welfare, stands as a testament to the power of dedicated individuals working tirelessly to ensure the harmonious coexistence of humans and animals. Founded in 2013 by a passionate group of young volunteers. RAWW’s core beliefs are to rescue, foster, treat, and increase knowledge about animal awareness. 

To date, 25 permanent team members and several volunteers in the state of Maharashtra alone have rescued and rehabilitated over 9,000+ animals, from birds of prey to reptiles and mammals. Many of these animals have been successfully released back into the wild, contributing to the security of Mumbai's biodiversity. Because of RAWW an injured monitor lizard with multiple fractures rescued from one of Mumbai's busiest stations CSMT is battling for life. At the same time, a two-month-old orphaned baby monkey, laali, found beside a pool of blood in 2018 is being fostered by a human family in Palghar. Meanwhile, Sultan, the old eagle owl, who may never be able to fly again is adjusting to his life in an urban environment hoping to survive a little longer. 

RAWW's awareness programs have reached over 100,000 people, including students, community members, and corporate professionals. These programs have helped to foster a greater understanding and appreciation for urban wildlife among diverse audiences.

Since its inception, RAWW has made significant strides in its mission to conserve Mumbai's urban wildlife.