India to Host First International Big Cat Alliance Summit Summit in New Delhi

India will host the first International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) Summit on 1-2 June 2026 in New Delhi. The summit will bring together Heads of State or Government from member and observer countries, along with more than 400 conservationists, policymakers, scientists, and other representatives.

International Big Cat Alliance

The International Big Cat Alliance is an inter-governmental international organisation headquartered in India. It was established for the conservation of seven big cat species: lion, tiger, leopard, snow leopard, cheetah, jaguar, and puma.

IBCA Membership and Observer Status

As of 28 April 2026, the IBCA has 24 member countries. Kazakhstan, Namibia, and Thailand hold observer status in the alliance.

Summit Agenda and Key Outcomes

The summit theme is “Save Big Cats, Save Humanity, Save Ecosystem”. The summit will adopt the Delhi Declaration on big cat conservation, which will set shared priorities and strengthen transboundary cooperation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to inaugurate the summit, and the winners of the Global Big Cats Photography Competition 2026 will be felicitated on 2 June 2026.

Important Facts for Exams

• The IBCA is an inter-governmental organisation headquartered in India.
• The alliance covers seven big cat species, including tiger, lion, leopard, and snow leopard.
• The first IBCA Summit is scheduled for 1-2 June 2026 in New Delhi.
• The Delhi Declaration is linked to big cat conservation and transboundary cooperation.