Celebrated globally on 29 July to raise awareness about tiger conservation.
ABOUT INTERNATIONAL TIGER DAY:
- Instituted in 2010at the Saint Petersburg Tiger Summit to support global efforts for the protection of tigers.
- Highlights major threats such as habitat destruction, poaching, and illegal trade.
- Promotes the need to preserve tiger habitats and strengthen anti-poaching strategies.
- India is home to nearly 70% of the world’s wild tiger population, making it central to global conservation efforts.