*Hello , * *R.A.K.S.H.A. (Revolutionaries Action Conservation Society For Helping Animals) is a youth based activist Group/association founded to work for animal rights and welfare of animals. R.A.K.S.H.A. protects and speaks for all animals from abuse, beating , ill-treatment , captivity of birds , over-loading and against any cruelty.*
*Every January Jaipur City sacrifices thousands of its birds to the thrill of kite- flying festival. The festival of kite flying is popularly known as" Makar-sakranti", and this traditional festivity proves fatal for thousand of innocent flying creatures. Injuries to birds are mainly caused by Glass-coated threads that cut and entangle to cause fractures, wing cuts and nerve injuries. Birds brought to the camp have deep cuts and injuries and even glass pieces embedded in their bodies." With more kites competing for space with birds, the number of hits has risen over the years. What makes matter worse is that people continue to use dangerous strings, totally disregarding the harm they cause to the birds. Now something needs to be done and we think educating the masses and the classes is the most important aspect to reduce such accidents/death defying injuries to birds.* *We request / urge the citizens to follow certain DO’S and DON’T’S during the kite flying festival:* *1). Do Not Fly kites from glass coated manjha. The compassionate solution is not to fly kites at all or shift to the simple thread without any glass and iron coatings.* *2).Always dispose the left over pieces of manjha in a more careful manner so that the birds are not able to entangle themselves in the manjha.* *3).Do not fly kites from 6.00 to 9.00AM and 5.30 to 6.30pm as this time is the highest density of flying birds.* *4).** Never turn a blind eye on an injured bird please call us for help.(13 th to 15th January on HELPLINE 98285 00065).* *5).Till help arrives, the bird should be placed in a cardboard box in a warm place, perforated at some places for ventilation. The bird could be immobilised by wrapping a cloth/bandage gently around its body. A few drops of water could be put into its mouth or in case of severe bleeding, glucose could be added to water. Make sure you keep the bird dry and warm. * *6). Learn about basic treatment and handling of birds at our awareness camp on 9th Jan.(98285 00065)* *7). Please feel free to contact us for the information on basic first aid for birds injured during the kite flying festival days in your city.* *8).Ke**ep ready some empty shoe Boxes with holes on top to recieve the **injuredbirds. ** 9).Please make sure you do not hurt or scare the bird while catching it as it creates panic and any hard hands may even result in death of the injured bird.(as birds are not used to human handling and are very sensitive)* *10). Please think twice before flying a kite that your fun could immobilise/ampute some life permanently.* *11). Eating sweets and being with your family and friends on the festival can also be a better way to celebrate the festival. Lets respect life in all its forms.* * * *We cordially invite you to our upcoming events to reduce cruelty on the innocent birds and help save our flying friends:*** *9th Learn basic treatment for birds, handling, rescue.(1.00-2.00pm Sanganeri Bird Hospital) * *11th Join the Awareness drive for a majha free Makar-Sakranti festival in high density kite flying areas like johari bazaar, ramganj, badi chopar etc.* *13 -15th Join us for Bird treatment camp at Ram Niwas Gardens Gate, JLN Marg* *16th Rehabilitation Program.* *Please call helpline or email us if you you wish to join.* we require volunteers for the event please feel free to contact our coordinators if you think you have it in you…..and you care……** *Regards* *Rohit Gangwal( 0 98281 14341 / Helpline 98285 00065)* *(President- RAKSHA)* *(H’rary Animal Welfare Officer – AWBI)* *(Member of ERN)* *(Indian Youth Climate Network-Jaipur Chapter)* -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "indiantreepix" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/indiantreepix?hl=en.
