India Reaffirms Global Biodiversity Commitment at COP16, Highlights Big Cat Conservation & Sustainable Living

By  News On Air   Oct 30, 2024

Union Minister of State for Environment, Kirti Vardhan Singh, has reiterated India’s commitment towards protecting its own as well as global biodiversity for the present and future generations.

Speaking at the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity’s (UNCBD) COP16 plenary session in Columbia’s Cali, Mr. Singh said that India has taken a significant step in global wildlife conservation by establishing the International Big Cat Alliance aimed at protecting the world’s seven major big cat species. He said, Peace with Nature has been part of India’s rich cultural heritage since the ancient age.

The Union Minister underlined India’s long-standing dedication to environmental harmony, aligning with its Lifestyle for the Environment (LiFE) mission, a global initiative promoting sustainable living.