Bigger Veterinary Hospital to Soon Rise in New Town, Kolkata

Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, March 31 2025, Kolkata : As the demand for better pet healthcare services grows alongside the increasing number of pets in Bengal, the North 24 Parganas administration has announced an ambitious initiative to address the gap in modern veterinary facilities. Recognizing the growing needs of pet owners, the New Town Kolkata Development Authority (NKDA) has plans to construct a larger, more equipped veterinary hospital in New Town, with construction set to begin soon.

The existing veterinary hospital, established by NKDA in New Town six years ago, has been instrumental in providing regular treatment and care for pets. However, residents have consistently voiced the need for a more comprehensive facility that can cater to a wider range of veterinary services. Pet owners expressed their dissatisfaction with the current infrastructure, highlighting limited services and the lack of specialized care. While private clinics offer veterinary services, the steep treatment costs have made them inaccessible for many.

“Although we can afford basic food and medicine for our pets, finding a reliable pet clinic with qualified doctors is a challenge in this area,” said a local pet owner. The only affordable or free veterinary treatment currently available is at the Belgachia Animal Hospital, which often faces overwhelming demand.

In addition to the new veterinary hospital, NKDA had previously launched a pet clinic and crèche in New Town in 2019. Located behind Shankar Nethralaya near Tata Cancer Hospital, this facility has been offering outdoor pet treatment services, providing some relief to pet owners in the region.

With the upcoming veterinary hospital, the authorities aim to ensure that pet owners in New Town and surrounding areas receive the quality healthcare their beloved animals deserve.