Cabinet formalises International Big Cat Alliance with Rs 150 cr grant, secretariat commitment

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Five of these cats, apart from Jaguar and Puma, are found in India. The IBCA is an initiative launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in April 2023, during an event in Mysuru commemorating the 50th anniversary of Project Tiger. The main objective of the alliance is to ensure cooperation for the conservation of seven big cats: Lion, Tiger, Leopard, Cheetah, Snow Leopard, Jaguar, and Puma. New Delhi: The Union Cabinet Thursday formally announced the establishment of the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA), with one-time budgetary support of Rs 150 crore from the central government until 2028. Union Minister Anurag Thakur...