The Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI) hosted the Prani Mitra and Jeev Daya Award Ceremony at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
- The event recognized individuals and organizations for their exceptional contributions to animal welfare and protection.
About Animal Welfare Board of India (AWBI)
- Establishment: AWBI is a statutory body under Section 4 of the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act, 1960.
- Purpose: It was established in 1962 to promote animal welfare and prevent cruelty to animals in India.
- Serves as an advisory body to the Central and State Governments on animal welfare laws and enforcement.
- Headquarters: Ballabhgarh, Haryana.
- Administered by: Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, Government of India.
- Founded by: Rukmini Devi Arundale, a notable animal rights activist.
Functions and Evolution
- Expanded its role to include awareness programs, policy advisory, and financial aid for animal welfare organizations.
- Composed of 28 members, including 6 Members of Parliament (2 from Rajya Sabha, 4 from Lok Sabha).
- Members serve a three-year term.
- Provides grants to animal welfare organizations and supports State Animal Welfare Boards and District Societies for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
- Ensures compliance with animal welfare laws and advises the government on related issues.
About Prani Mitra and Jeev Daya Awards
- Objective: Recognizes outstanding efforts in animal welfare, protection, and humane treatment of animals.
- Encourages kindness, compassion, and responsible animal care in society.
Prani Mitra Award (Established in 1966)
- Initially for individuals, later extended to organizations.
- Given in five categories:
- Advocacy (Individual)
- Innovative Idea (Individual)
- Lifetime Animal Service (Individual)
- Animal Welfare Organization (AWO)
- Corporate/PSUs/Government Bodies/Cooperatives
Jeev Daya Award (Established in 2001)
- Given in three categories:
- Individual
- Animal Welfare Organization
- Schools/Institutions/Teachers/Children (Under 18 years)
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