Overview
- Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav chaired the 43rd Central Zoo Authority meeting at the National Zoological Park in New Delhi, focusing on ex-situ conservation and zoo management.
- A sub-committee was constituted to examine and report on potential Corporate Social Responsibility contributions for zoos.
- The authority agreed to increase the frequency of its meetings in line with the Standing Committee of the National Board for Wildlife.
- Officials were directed to complete the second round of Management Effectiveness Evaluation of zoos nationwide, described by Yadav as a comprehensive, independent tool to uphold high standards.
- The meeting called for an outreach calendar with species-wise roles for zoos, while Minister of State Kirti Vardhan Singh urged greater use of technology, research and collaboration to improve animal care and visitor experience, as discussed alongside the wardens and directors’ conference.