Union Environment Minister Inaugurates New Office Premises of International Big Cat Alliance

The Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change inaugurated the new office premises of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) at 55 Lodhi Estate in New Delhi. The IBCA is a treaty-based inter-governmental international organization headquartered in India, focused on the conservation of seven big cats: Lion, Tiger, Leopard, Snow-Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar, and Puma. The Government of India has pledged an initial contribution of Rs. 150 crore for five years from 2023-24 to 2027-28. Currently, 29 countries have joined as members, alongside 5 observer countries and 11 countries that have consented to join. Milestones achieved include capacity-building programs, health programs for veterinary doctors, international forum participation, and outreach activities.