‘He gives everything he has’: Bengaluru cobbler’s heartwarming love for stray animals | Bengaluru News

In Whitefield, Bengaluru, Ramayya Uncle, an elderly cobbler, symbolizes kindness through his love for stray animals. A heartwarming Instagram story about him has gone viral, inspiring a wave of support and affection from people nationwide.

Story of Bengaluru cobbler’s heartwarming love for stray animals.
(Images: IG/leia_the_golden_indie)

Bengaluru: In the bustling neighborhood of Whitefield, Bengaluru, an elderly cobbler affectionately known as Ramayya Uncle has become a symbol of kindness and generosity, thanks to his unwavering love for stray animals. An Instagram user’s heartwarming story has touched the hearts of many, leading to a viral outpouring of support from people across the country.

The story of Ramayya Uncle, who runs a tiny shoe repair shop, was first brought to light by a woman who manages the Instagram page “Leia the Golden Indie.” In December 2023, she shared a touching post about the cobbler, praising his selfless care for stray dogs and cats. The post quickly gained traction, and earlier this month, she organized a fundraiser to support him, which received overwhelming support from netizens eager to contribute.

Post shared on Instagram sheds light on Uncle Ramayya’s story

A video capturing the emotional moment when Ramayya Uncle received the donations, along with a heartfelt card, has since gone viral. The video shows the cobbler, whose humble shop is a refuge for four dogs and a kitten, visibly moved by the generosity of strangers.

‘What he gives is everything he has’

She continued, “It might seem like he doesn’t have much, but what he gives is everything he has. Thanks to him, 15 community animals have a safe place to stay and know they are loved.”

Determined to give back to the man who had given so much, she wrote, “We want him to feel the love he deserves. He doesn’t know how many people have smiled because of his story, but it’s time he realizes that his kindness has not gone unnoticed.”

The fundraiser has united people across India, with many donating to support the cobbler and his beloved animals.

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