On World Wildlife Day 2026, Prime Minister reaffirms Commitment to Wildlife Conservation
- World Wildlife Day (WWD) is observed annually on 3 March, marking the 1973 adoption of CITES.
- 2026 theme: "Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods", led by CITES Secretariat.
- PM Modi and Union EFCC Minister Bhupender Yadav reaffirmed India's wildlife conservation commitment on 3 March 2026.
- Relevant for GS-III (Environment & Biodiversity) and GS-II (International Conventions).