NGO in Kolkata — free legal aid & welfare support
CSR and project partnerships with Kolkata-based companies, plus free legal guidance for families in the city.
Kolkata · কলকাতা · Kolkata, West Bengal
Many of the companies and institutions we partner with are based in Kolkata. We work with corporate partners in the city to plan and deliver CSR projects — from legal aid and women’s livelihoods to health and environment — that reach rural communities in Birbhum and across West Bengal.
Families in Kolkata can also contact us for free legal counselling and guidance on West Bengal government schemes, by phone, on WhatsApp, or through our partners.
Also serving: Calcutta, Kolkata Metropolitan Area. Our work isn’t limited to Kolkata — we serve communities across West Bengal, so reach out wherever you are.
Our programs
How we help families in Kolkata
Free Legal Aid & Human Rights
A core strength of the society: free legal counselling, rights awareness, PIL support, pensions, education help, and linkage to Kanyashree, Krishak Bandhu, Swasthya Sathi, and more.
View programWomen’s Development & Empowerment
Tailoring, handicrafts, cottage industry, computer training, SHGs, and legal awareness for rural and tribal women.
View programHealthcare & Public Health
No-profit-no-loss pharmacy, low-cost diagnostics, free camps, blood donation, and women’s health outreach.
View program
Questions
NGO in Kolkata — common questions
Is there a registered NGO working in Kolkata?
Birbhum Chetona Welfare Society is a registered non-profit (Reg. S0055391 of 2024-2025, NITI Aayog ID WB/2026/1043075) based in Rampurhat, Birbhum, working across West Bengal with government and corporate partners — including in Kolkata.
How can I get free legal aid in Kolkata?
Call or WhatsApp us on +91-7584846132, or visit our office. Our legal advisory board, which includes lawyers and retired officers, offers free counselling to people who cannot afford a private advocate.
How do I choose the best NGO in Kolkata?
Look for an organisation that is registered, has a NITI Aayog (NGO Darpan) ID, publishes its registration documents, has audited accounts, and runs real projects on the ground. Birbhum Chetona publishes its credentials on our Legal page, runs projects with government and corporate partners, and operates its bank account jointly through the Secretary and Treasurer.
Can companies partner with an NGO in Kolkata for CSR?
Yes. We work with corporate partners on CSR projects in legal aid, women’s empowerment, health, agriculture, and environment. See our CSR page or contact us to discuss a project.
Nearby
More areas we serve · Across West Bengal
Why Birbhum Chetona
What makes us one of the best NGOs in Kolkata
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Registered & verified
Registered under the West Bengal Societies Registration Act, 1961, with a NITI Aayog (NGO Darpan) unique ID and PAN — all published on our Legal page.
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Government project partner
We go beyond donation drives — we implement on-ground projects with government departments and help families access welfare schemes.
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Trusted by corporate partners
Companies in Kolkata, Siliguri, and elsewhere in West Bengal work with us to plan and deliver their CSR projects.
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Free legal aid at the core
A legal and administrative advisory board of lawyers and retired officers offers free counselling and rights support.
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Five program areas
Legal aid, women’s empowerment, health, agriculture and livestock, and environment and disaster relief — one partner for complete community development.
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Transparent by design
Annual audit by a registered Chartered Accountant, a bank account jointly operated by the Secretary and Treasurer, and zero tolerance for corruption.