IRALE

Day 1, IRALE 2026. Technical Session 1 - Ecosystem Services and Resilience. Insightful presentations were delivered by Shailesh Kumar, Sohini Neogy, Proshanta Ghosh, & Nivedita Varma Harisena, addressing diverse dimensions of ecosystem services & landscape resilience #IRALE2026

Keynote Speech 1, IRALE 2026 The keynote session commenced with Prof. Rajan Gurakkal (Vice Chairman, Kerala State Higher Education Council), who delivered an insightful talk on “Thermodynamics & Carrying Capacity Constraints in Grassland Ecosystem Management". #keynotespeech

Day 1 of IRALE Conference 2026 begins at the Periyar Tiger Reserve 🌿 The inauguration ceremony with traditional lamp lighting and inspiring keynote addresses set the tone for meaningful discussions on landscape ecology and conservation. #IRALE2026 #PeriyarTigerReserve #landscape

#IBCA at IRALE 2026 | Inaugural Programme Dr Amit Mallick, Director (International Cooperation), delivered an inspiring inaugural address, highlighting India’s pivotal role in landscape-level conservation. He emphasised how IBCA can complement these efforts at a global scale through collaboration and shared vision. As part of the IBCA special session, distinguished international experts were invited: 1. Dr Sivanathan Elagupillay (Malaysia) 2. Dr Paul J Funston (South Africa) Together, the session reinforced the importance of global collaboration for biodiversity and #bigcat conservation.

More than 1,200 young voices at #RallyforBigCats2026 in Nagpur. The Rally for Big Cats team engaged students at Mahatma Gandhi Centennial Sindhu School, Nagpur, in an interactive outreach programme on big cats, forests, ecology, and climate change. Tiger bands on, pledges taken, and a shared commitment to protect wildlife.

For Big Cats. For Forests. For the Future. Watch moments that reflect the continued efforts of #RallyforBigCats2026 to engage local communities, build awareness, and encourage coexistence in Satpura, one of Central India’s most significant forest regions. Through sustained outreach and shared responsibility, we remain committed to protecting #bigcats and conserving their natural habitats.

#TeamRally at Nagpur. The Rally team had the honour of meeting Shri Nitin Gadkari Ji, Hon’ble Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways, GOI. Shri Gadkari Ji appreciated the efforts being made towards conservation and awareness for big cats and encouraged the rally members.

Rally for Big Cats conducted a wildlife awareness programme at Govt. Higher Secondary School, Khawasa (MP), engaging ~350 students, teachers & staff. Sessions highlighted Big Cats, ecology, climate change & how daily actions can support conservation. 🌿🐾#RallyForBigCats #PenchTigerReserve

#RallyforBigCats at Pench The awareness programmes held in Khawasa (Pench Tiger Reserve landscape) at Integrated Govt and Late Seth Gulabchand Govt HSS, promoting big cat conservation. Locals & tourists came together to raise voices for big cats. #RallyForBigCats @IBCA_official

Day 11 of #BigCatsRally206 🐾 The team hit NAI Pachmarhi today for a high-energy outreach session with Scouts, Guides, and educators! By empowering youth to tackle habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict, we are building a global front for conservation.

#BigCatsRally2026 at Bee Fall, Pachmarhi, Satpura National Park. On 5 February, the Rally for Big Cats team engaged with students from NIFT and tourists at Bee Fall, spreading awareness about the world’s seven big cats, the threats they face, and the role of responsible tourism in conservation. By reaching out directly to youth and visitors in natural landscapes, the Rally for Big Cats initiative continues to inspire people to become active participants in wildlife conservation.

Day 10 of #BigCatsRally2026 at Satpura National Park, Madhya Pradesh. At Dhoopgarh, the highest point of Satpura National Park, the Rally for Big Cats team engaged visitors and local stakeholders in conversations on wildlife conservation and the protection of the world’s seven big cats. Set against the Satpura ranges, discussions focused on why big cats matter, the challenges they face, and the importance of responsible tourism in sensitive landscapes like Pachmarhi.

On 4 Feb 2026, the Rally for Big Cats team raised awareness on big cat conservation & human–wildlife coexistence at Satpura National Park. Also had a meaningful discussions with Ms. Rishaba, Deputy Director, Satpura NP, strengthening collaborative conservation efforts. #Satpura

In continuation of ongoing rally for big cats, an outreach program was held on 4 Feb at Upper Lake, Bhopal with around 60 enthusiastic participants, alongside active involvement of local people. Strong voices, shared purpose, real impact 🌍 #OngoingRally #Bhopal #UpperLake

02/02/26, Fourth day of the ongoing Big Cats Rally was held at Kuno and Sesaipura, engaging more than 300 participants, including tourists, local community members, and school children from PM SHRI Govt. Sesaipura, to promote awareness on big cat conservation. #BigCatsRally #Kuno

Day 2, Rally for Big Cats 🐆 Jawai leopard conservation reserve- gathered around 80 participants including local people & tourists for a community outreach programme promoting coexistence and conservation. Be a part and support the rally. #RallyForBigCats #IRALE #DIF

Day 1- Rally for Big Cats The rally commenced at Jim Corbett National Park, with 250 participants including school kids attending an awareness session. Let's join the movement to protect and preserve biodiversity. Every step counts. #BigCatsDay #SaveWildlife #IRALE #DIF #EIACPWII

Rally for Big Cats, Official launch- Flagged off on 27 Jan 2026 from IBCA HQ, with an awareness workshop on Big Cats at JNU and ICGEB, New Delhi. The Big Cat Rally led by IBCA & DIF in collaboration with IRALE & EIACP-WII focusing on public awareness. #SaveBigCats #BigCatRally