Chandrika Y Lama, a distinguished Social Worker from Siliguri, is renowned for her lifelong dedication to animal welfare, education, and humanitarian service. With academic qualifications including M.Phil. (Economics), B.Ed., NTT, and DSE, she has served as a Principal and Lecturer in several reputed Army and civil schools across India. As the Founder of INDIE RTR Rescue Treatment Release Centre, she has rescued and treated hundreds of street animals, providing them safety, care, and dignity. Her mission “Rabies Free Society,” initiated in 2024, has vaccinated over 300 dogs and continues to expand. A Super Woman 2025 achiever and Winner of Indie Royal Mrs. India Classic 2019, Chandrika stands as a beacon of compassion and purpose. Through her campaigns and educational efforts, she promotes kindness, sustainability, and humane living - making her one of the best social workers in Siliguri.

Chandrika Y Lama - The Best Social Worker in Siliguri Championing Animal Welfare and Compassion

Chandrika Y Lama, an inspiring Social Worker from Siliguri, embodies compassion, education, and activism. A highly qualified academician with degrees in M.Phil. (Economics), B.Ed., NTT, and DSE, she began her journey in the serene hills of Kurseong at St. Joseph’s School. Over the years, she has served as a teacher and principal in several Army Public Schools and prestigious civil institutions, including GD Goenka, Aligarh. Her deep empathy for animals led her to establish the INDIE RTR Rescue Treatment Release Centre at Salbari, Siliguri, where she rescues, treats, and rehabilitates sick and injured street animals. She feeds over 80 animals daily and has vaccinated more than 300 dogs under her “Rabies Free Society” initiative. Her innovative idea of QR-coded collars ensures the medical and sterilization history of each rescued animal is easily accessible. An active campaigner, she has undertaken multiple interstate awareness journeys for animal care, covering thousands of kilometers with adopted dogs. Her campaign, “Adopt a Desi Dog,” encourages compassion over consumerism in pet adoption.

Winner of Indie Royal Mrs. India Classic 2019 and Super Woman 2025 title achiever, Chandrika uses every platform, including fashion and social forums, to spread her message of kindness and peace. Her life’s mission is to create a Rabies-Free, Compassionate India, making her one of the most impactful social workers and animal welfare advocates in Siliguri.

• Founder of INDIE RTR Rescue Treatment Release Centre, Siliguri
• President and Coordinator of No Leather Campaign International 
• Former Principal and Lecturer in Army and civil schools, including GD Goenka, Aligarh
• Academic Qualifications: M.Phil. (Economics), B.Ed., NTT, DSE
• Advocate for Rabies-Free India and ethical animal treatment
• Speaker and participant in national-level animal welfare campaigns
  

Born and educated in the tranquil town of Kurseong, “The Land of White Orchid,” Chandrika Y Lama began her career as a teacher and later became a principal in Army-affiliated schools and prestigious institutions. Her exposure to diverse parts of India through her academic and social work strengthened her resolve to serve both humanity and animals. Her love for animals evolved into active rescue and rehabilitation work, eventually leading to the establishment of the INDIE RTR Rescue Treatment Release Centre in Siliguri. Through persistent efforts, she transitioned from an educator to a leading social activist, balancing empathy with action.

Her transformative campaigns, including the “Rabies Free Society” and “Adopt a Desi Dog,” reflect her lifelong dream - to create a kinder, safer world for all living beings.