Here’s a short note on the Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI):
Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI)
1. Establishment and Legal Framework
- Established in 1962 under the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960 (No. 59 of 1960).
- Founded by Late Smt. Rukmini Devi Arundale.
2. Mandate and Objectives
- Acts as a statutory advisory body on Animal Welfare Laws.
- Promotes animal welfare across India.
- Ensures adherence to animal welfare laws.
- Provides grants to Animal Welfare Organizations.
3. Structure and Membership
- Comprises 28 Members, including Members of Parliament (6 members: 2 from Rajya Sabha and 4 from Lok Sabha).
- Members serve a term of 3 years.
4. Headquarters
- Located at 13, Sevaward 2nd Road, Thiruvalluvar Nagar, Thiruvanmiyur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu 600041.
5. Key Functions and Activities
- Frames rules for humane treatment of animals.
- Litigates for stricter animal welfare laws.
- Acts as a prominent advocate for animal welfare for over 60 years.
6. Recent Initiatives and Notices
- Public Notice on renewal of recognition for recognized organizations (20 February 2025).
- Engagement of a Legal Advisor on a contract basis (07 January 2025).
- Public Notice on banning dangerous dog breeds (19 March 2024).
- Withdrawal of appeal for the Celebration of Cow Hug Day (10 February 2023).
