International Biodiversity Day – 2026

• The national celebration of International Biodiversity Day 2026 was held at the Indian Institute of Forest Management in Bhopal.

• The event was presided over by Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav and the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Mohan Yadav.

• The theme of the program was—"Acting Locally for Global Impact."

• On this occasion, emphasis was placed on biodiversity conservation, Project Cheetah, ecological restoration, and community participation.

• Describing Madhya Pradesh as a leading hub for biodiversity and wildlife conservation, the Chief Minister termed the reintroduction of cheetahs a historic achievement.

• The Union Minister stated that global environmental goals can only be achieved through the participation of local communities.

• The program featured discussions on the Biodiversity Act, 2002; Biodiversity Management Committees (BMCs); the conservation of traditional knowledge; and the achievements of 'Project Cheetah.'

• Additionally, several reports, films, and digital portals were released, and a fleet of bicycles and a rescue vehicle belonging to the State Forest Department were flagged off.