Kathmandu, Tuesday, July 29, 2025. Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav emphasized the urgent need to address challenges like climate change, human-wildlife conflict, and the shrinking habitat of tigers.
He highlighted tiger conservation as a key to promoting tourism and generating economic benefits.
Yadav praised Nepal’s success in increasing its tiger population over the past decade, attributing it to coordinated efforts among the government, local communities, organizations, and international partners, while also warning of rising challenges ahead.
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On the occasion of International Tiger Day, Nepal’s Vice President Ramsahay Prasad Yadav has called for united and urgent action to address the growing threats to tigers and the environment. Speaking through a message of best wishes, he pointed out that climate change, human–wildlife conflict, and habitat fragmentation are pressing issues that demand collective solutions.
“Tiger conservation can significantly support tourism development,” he said, “and protected tiger habitats can be promoted as major tourist attractions to yield economic benefits.”
Yadav warned that the illegal hunting of tigers for their skins, teeth, and bones has pushed the species toward alarming decline globally. He further stated that rampant deforestation, wildfires, and unplanned urbanization are major causes behind the annual loss of tiger habitats.
Nepal’s Achievement and Growing Responsibility
According to Vice President Yadav, “Nepal has achieved remarkable success in tiger conservation over the last decade. This was made possible through the joint efforts of the government, local communities, various organizations, and international partners.”
He credited measures like the balanced management of protected areas, strict control over poaching, public awareness campaigns, and community involvement for the increasing number of tigers in the country. However, he also cautioned that with the growth in tiger numbers, associated challenges have likewise intensified.
Tiger Conservation Linked to Environmental Balance
Vice President Yadav underlined that protecting tigers is not just about saving one species, but about preserving the ecological balance as a whole. He stressed the need for collective coordination and cooperation in conservation efforts.
“Tigers help maintain biodiversity,” he said. “International Tiger Day should inspire all of us to move forward with shared responsibility and determination for tiger conservation. Let this day motivate everyone to take active and sincere steps in fulfilling this vital environmental duty.”
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Tigers are among the most majestic and ecologically important wildlife species. Every year, July 29 is celebrated globally as International Tiger Day to raise awareness and promote tiger conservation worldwide.
Vice President Yadav expressed hope that the day would encourage the government and stakeholders to formulate and implement more effective plans and programs for tiger protection.
