Delegation of Powers for Issuance of Colony Animal Caretaker (CACT) Authorization by concerned States / UTs dated 01.03.2026
Animal Welfare Board of India – Circulars · March 1, 2026
On 1 March 2026, the Animal Welfare Board of India issued a circular delegating authority to the relevant states and union territories to grant Colony Animal Caretaker (CACT) authorizations. The circular specifies that these jurisdictions may now issue CACT authorizations under the delegated powers.