Clouded Leopard Day 2026: India’s Northeast Conservation Plan
Why in the news
On the 2026 observance, India announced a dedicated plan for protecting the clouded leopard in its north-eastern region.
Key facts
- Date: 4 August.
- Species in focus: the elusive clouded leopard, a wild cat.
- Initiative: Conservation Action Plan across Northeast India.
- Pillars: habitat protection, scientific monitoring, community participation.
Exam angle
- Day: International Clouded Leopard Day, 4 August.
- Region of the new plan: Northeast India.
- Three pillars of the plan are habitat, monitoring and community.
- Type of question: days and dates in environment.