India to Host First International Big Cat Alliance Summit in 2026
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | First International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit |
| Dates | June 1-2, 2026 |
| Location | New Delhi, India |
| Organizer | Union Minister for Environment Bhupender Yadav |
| Focus | Protecting big cats and preserving global ecosystems |
| Participants | Heads of State, policymakers, scientists, conservationists, and global institutions |
| Big Cat Species | Lion, Tiger, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar, Puma |
| Theme | 'Save Big Cats, Save Humanity, Save Ecosystem' |
| Global Participation | 95 big cat range countries |
| India's Conservation | Strong track record with Project Tiger, Asiatic lions, leopards, snow leopards, cheetah reintroduction |
| IBCA Launch | Launched in 2023 under PM Narendra Modi |