WOAH (World Organisation for Animal Health)
Why it Matters?
India established its first internationally recognised Equine Disease-Free Compartment (EDFC) at RVC Meerut, approved by WOAH, enabling global movement of Indian sport horses and boosting equestrian trade, biosecurity, and animal health standards.
What You Should Know?
WOAH was founded in 1924 as the Office International des Epizooties (OIE).
It is headquartered in Paris, France.
It was renamed as the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) in 2003.
It is an intergovernmental organisation focused on global animal health and welfare.
It has 183 member countries, including India.
It publishes the Annual Report on Antimicrobial Agents Intended for Use in Animals.
Equine Disease-Free Compartment (EDFC):
India established its first Equine Disease-Free Compartment at RVC Centre, Meerut
It was recognised internationally by WOAH on 3rd July 2025.
It aims to allow the international movement of Indian sport horses under global standards.
It supports equestrian sports, breeding, and high-value equine trade.
It reflects India's leadership in harmonised, science-based animal health systems.