Kolkata Named India's Top Vegan City!

Kolkata has been honored as India's Most Vegan-Friendly City of 2025, a distinction that may surprise many due to its celebrated non-vegetarian food scene. However, PETA India points out that traditional Bengali cuisine offers numerous vegan dishes, often overlooked, such as aloo posto and cholar dal. The city actively supports a plant-based lifestyle with dedicated vegan restaurants, cafes offering plant-based milk, and even vegan bakeries and seafood alternatives.

The embrace of veganism in Kolkata is also evident in its burgeoning animal-friendly fashion industry. Local brands are creating high-quality vegan leather accessories and bags, reflecting a growing trend towards sustainable and cruelty-free products. This shift demonstrates a broader cultural movement towards compassion and ethical consumerism within the city.

PETA India highlights the ethical reasons behind veganism, detailing the suffering of animals in industrial farming and slaughterhouses. The organization emphasizes that adopting a vegan diet can significantly reduce an individual's environmental impact and save countless animal lives annually, positioning Kolkata as a growing hub for this conscious lifestyle.