Archive · 24 Dec 2025
Andhra Pradesh CM Unveils Biodiversity Calendar
The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh, N. Chandrababu Naidu, introduced the 2026 calendar for the Andhra Pradesh Legislature.
This calendar is special because it shows 12 different wild animals from Andhra Pradesh, drawn in a traditional art style called Kalamkari but made using a computer program called Artificial Intelligence.
The animals are from different places in the state, like forests, grasslands, and mangroves.
The Chief Minister said these animals are important and we should take care of them and their homes.
He also warned that if we don't, there could be problems between animals and people.
The calendar is part of a series that started last year, which showed important people from Andhra Pradesh who helped write the country's constitution.
Additionally, the Chief Minister directed the agriculture and horticulture departments to prepare a comprehensive crop calendar to maximize farmers' returns and ensure timely procurement and marketing of agricultural produce.
He emphasized the need for scientific crop planning, improved advisory services, and strengthening cold chain infrastructure.
The government is also providing subsidies and additional payments to support farmers, including mango growers, and is taking steps to ensure fair procurement and marketing of agricultural produce.
The 2026 AP Legislature Calendar was unveiled by Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, featuring 12 iconic wild animal species from Andhra Pradesh's diverse ecosystems.
The calendar blends traditional Kalamkari art with modern AI technology to highlight the state's biodiversity.
The theme of the calendar is 'Biodiversity – The Living Heritage of Andhra Pradesh', emphasizing environmental protection and wildlife conservation.
The Chief Minister directed the agriculture and horticulture departments to prepare a comprehensive crop calendar for kharif, rabi, and subsequent rabi seasons to maximize farmers' returns and ensure timely procurement and marketing of agricultural produce.
The government is providing subsidies and additional payments to support farmers, including mango growers, and is taking steps to ensure fair procurement and marketing of agricultural produce.
- Who
- Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, Assembly speaker Chintakayala Ayyannapatrudu, legislative affairs minister Payyavula Keshav, legislature’s secretary general Prasanna Kumar Suryadevara, Ministers K Atchannaidu and Nadendla Manohar
- What
- Release of the 2026 AP Legislature Calendar and directive for a comprehensive crop calendar
- When
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Vijayawada
- Why
- To highlight the state’s rich biodiversity, promote environmental protection, wildlife conservation, and to maximize returns to farmers and ensure timely procurement and marketing of agricultural produce
Government and Farmers
Mango Processors and Millers
Support for Farmers
Government and Farmers
The government is providing subsidies and additional payments to support farmers, including mango growers, and is taking steps to ensure fair procurement and marketing of agricultural produce.
Mango Processors and Millers
Some processors and millers are accused of exploiting farmers, causing losses, and creating hurdles in the supply chain.
- Event
- Release of 2026 AP Legislature Calendar and Crop Calendar Directive
- Date
- Tuesday (specific date not mentioned)
- Location
- Vijayawada
- Theme
- Biodiversity – The Living Heritage of Andhra Pradesh
- Art Style
- Kalamkari
- Technology Used
- Artificial Intelligence
- Committee
- Legislature Committee on Wildlife and Environment Protection
- Legal Protection
- Schedule I of the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972
- Subsidies for Mango Farmers
- Rs 184 crore
- Additional Payment per kg
- Rs 4
