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India Becomes Official Host of International Big Cat Alliance Headquarters

The Government of India and IBCA sign Headquarters Agreement, solidifying India's central role in global big cat conservation efforts.

India and the International Big Cat Alliance (photo:United Nations)
The Government of India shall provide budgetary support of ₹150 crore to IBCA for creating a corpus, building infrastructure, and meeting recurring expenditure for five years from 2023-24 to 2028-29 (Getty Images/ Representative photo)
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Overview

  • The Headquarters Agreement was signed on April 17, 2025, by P. Kumaran, Secretary (East) of India's Ministry of External Affairs, and Dr. S.P. Yadav, Director General of IBCA.
  • India will provide ₹150 crore over five years to support IBCA's operations, including infrastructure development and recurring expenses.
  • The agreement grants IBCA legal and functional autonomy, with provisions for visas, privileges, immunities, and supplementary arrangements for its staff and operations.
  • Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in April 2023, IBCA aims to protect seven key big cat species, including tigers, lions, and cheetahs, with membership from 27 countries.
  • The establishment of IBCA headquarters in India builds on the nation's conservation legacy, including the 50-year milestone of Project Tiger, positioning India as a global leader in biodiversity governance.