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Indian conservationist Vivek Menon creates history, becomes first Asian to lead IUCN Species Survival Commission
Updated On: 15 October, 2025 09:56 PM IST | Mumbai | Ranjeet Jadhav
An Indian wildlife conservationist, environmental commentator, author and photographer with a passion for elephants, Vivek Menon is a conservation leader whose lifelong dedication has created positive, global change for wildlife and natural habitats
With announcement wildlife conservationist Vivek Menon has become the first Asian to lead the commission in its 75-year history. Pic/Special Arrangement by Ranjeet Jadhav
Indian wildlife conservationist Vivek Menon has made history by becoming the first Asian Chair of the IUCN Species Survival Commission (SSC). He was elected for the 2025-2029 term during the IUCN World Conservation Congress held in Abu Dhabi.
With announcement Menon has become the first Asian to lead the commission in its 75-year history.
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