Wild-CER proudly participated in the Indian Wildlife Ecology Conference (IWEC) 2026, held in Sonipat, Haryana. This landmark event brought together leading voices in ecology, conservation, and wildlife health to discuss strategies for safeguarding India’s biodiversity.
At the conference, Dr. Bahar Baviskar, President of Wild-CER, delivered a presentation focused on disease surveillance in and around tiger reserves. The talk highlighted the urgent need to monitor and address emerging wildlife diseases that threaten both keystone species and ecosystem stability.
Key points from the presentation included:
- Establishing systematic disease monitoring frameworks within tiger reserves.
- Integrating One Health approaches to link wildlife health with human and livestock well-being.
- Training forest staff and veterinarians in diagnostic and forensic techniques for early detection.
- Using surveillance data to guide policy and conservation planning, ensuring resilient ecosystems.
Wild-CER emphasized that disease surveillance is not only a veterinary responsibility but a cornerstone of effective conservation. Healthy tiger populations are vital for maintaining ecological balance, and proactive monitoring helps prevent zoonotic spillovers that can affect communities living near reserves.
Participation in IWEC 2026 reaffirmed Wild-CER’s commitment to combining scientific research, field action, and community engagement to protect India’s wildlife heritage. By sharing its expertise, the organization continues to strengthen collaborative efforts for biodiversity conservation across the country.