'Only the Mentally Unstable Mistreat Animals; Genuine Care Shouldn't Be a Show' – Ekta Tiwari on World Animal Welfare Day

On the occasion of World Animal Welfare Day, actress Ekta Tiwari passionately addressed the urgent need for compassion towards animals. Currently portraying the character of Flower in Dangal TV's Gudiya Rani, Tiwari spoke candidly about the disturbing trend of using pets as status symbols. “Only someone who is mentally and emotionally unstable can treat pets poorly or engage in heinous activities against them,” she stated, expressing her heartfelt concern for the countless creatures enduring such neglect.

Ekta criticized the phenomenon of showcasing pets on social media merely for show, questioning the legality and morality of keeping animals in cages as status symbols. “When I see viral videos of dogs and cats being paraded around, it makes me want to scroll past. If you truly care about animals, why make it a spectacle? Let your actions speak louder than your posts,” she said. Instead of flaunting their care for animals, she advocates for genuine acts of kindness and compassion, suggesting that a simple photo paired with a strong message can be far more impactful.

Drawing from her personal experiences, Ekta shared stories about her beloved pets, including her Pomeranian, Max, who lived to be 17, and her adopted dog, Princy. “Princy was full of energy and needed space to roam free. I couldn’t confine her, so I took her to my native place where she could thrive,” she recalled. Tiwari’s family has always been passionate about animal welfare, and her love for pets extends beyond mere ownership; it’s about creating a nurturing environment.