International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit

Venue: June 1–2, 2026, in New Delhi
Objective: To conserve the world's seven major big cat species (Lion, Tiger, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Cheetah, Jaguar, and Puma).
Theme: ‘Save Big Cats, Save Humanity, Save Ecosystems’
The Union Minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Shri Bhupender Yadav, recently launched the official website and logo for this summit.
The summit is expected to bring together scientists, conservation experts, and organizations from over 95 countries.
Its primary goal is to strengthen international partnerships for the conservation of big cats.
During the conference, a global resolution titled the ‘Delhi Declaration’ will be adopted, which will outline shared conservation priorities.
The headquarters of the IBCA is located in India itself, underscoring the country's global leadership capabilities in this domain.
A special exhibition will also be organized during the summit, showcasing tribal art and films centered on big cats.
This platform has been established to facilitate knowledge sharing and foster mutual cooperation among member nations.
Through this initiative, India aims to convey the message that economic development and nature conservation can go hand in hand.