Global Tiger Day: Proud to say India is home to 70% of its global population, says PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Global Tiger Day by highlighting India's success in housing 70% of the world's tiger population. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to science-based conservation and sustainable development.
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Highlights India's significant role in global biodiversity conservation and environmental policy.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday (July 29, 2026), greeted wildlife enthusiasts on Global Tiger Day and said his Government affirms its commitment to science-based conservation, community participation and sustainable development that strengthens tiger conservation.
World Tiger Day: July 29 | Green Humour by Rohan Chakravarty
The International Tiger Day is celebrated on July 29 every year to raise global awareness to the conservation of tigers.
"Greetings to all wildlife enthusiasts on Global Tiger Day. The people of India are proud of the fact that we are home to almost 70% of the global tiger population," Mr. Modi said in a post on 'X'.
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