EnvironmentMonday, 23 March 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/23-march-2026-daily-current-affairs
WII Society AGM reviews cheetah recovery, Great Indian Bustard breeding and NH-72A wildlife crossings
The 27th AGM of the Wildlife Institute of India Society in Dehradun reviewed cheetah conservation and wildlife mitigation work.
Key highlights
Direct fact
In March 2026, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav chaired the 27th Annual General Meeting of the Wildlife Institute of India (WII) Society in Dehradun, where cheetah conservation and Great Indian Bustard breeding were reviewed.
Key specifics
- The meeting reviewed long-term monitoring of wildlife crossings on major highways.
- The world’s longest highway viaduct on NH-72A, the Dehradun–Delhi Highway, was specifically mentioned.
- New species documentation and the National River Research Centre were highlighted as milestones.
- The Society noted progress in the cheetah conservation programme and breeding initiatives for the Great Indian Bustard.
- The Chair suggested consulting former WII Directors for a future vision plan.
Exam lens
Environment and biodiversity question, WII Society, 27th AGM, Dehradun, NH-72A, Great Indian Bustard; TNPSC may ask the minister, the institute and the conservation species mentioned.