WCCB
Definition
Wildlife Crime Control Bureau. Statutory multi-disciplinary body under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), created by the 2006 amendment to WLPA. Coordinates wildlife crime intelligence and enforcement nationally.
- Established
- 2006 amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act
- Ministry
- Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
- Jurisdiction
- National (coordinates across states and customs)
Common questions
What does WCCB stand for and what does it do?+
WCCB is the Wildlife Crime Control Bureau. It is India's central statutory body that coordinates wildlife crime enforcement across the country. It manages intelligence sharing, enforces anti-poaching efforts, and supports forensic analysis of seized wildlife and contraband.
What government ministry oversees the WCCB?+
The WCCB operates under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change. It was established by a 2006 amendment to the Wildlife Protection Act and functions as a multi-disciplinary organization coordinating with state forest departments and customs authorities.
How does the WCCB help with wildlife crime investigations?+
The WCCB coordinates wildlife crime intelligence nationally and supports forensic analysis of wildlife seizures. This helps identify poaching networks, track smuggling routes, and build cases against wildlife criminals across jurisdictions.
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