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Turning Bamboo into Prosperity! The Government of Andhra Pradesh has launched a State-Level Task Force for Optimizing the Bamboo Economy, aimed at creating sustainable livelihoods, empowering SHGs, strengthening tribal communities, and promoting green enterprises. 🌱 Livelihoods | 🌿 Sustainability | 📈 Rural Growth | ♻️ Conservation A bold step towards a greener and more prosperous Andhra Pradesh. @APDeputyCMO @PawanKalyan @AndhraPradeshCM #BambooEconomy #AndhraPradesh #GreenGrowth #APForestDepartment #ViksitAndhraPradesh

Every forest has a story. Every species has a role. Every conservation effort shapes our future. Follow @APFDOfficial, the official X handle of the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department, for authentic updates on wildlife conservation, forest protection, rescue operations, environmental initiatives, and stories from the field. Protecting Forests. Conserving Wildlife. Securing Our Natural Legacy. Stay connected. Stay informed. Stay inspired. @AndhraPradeshCM @APDeputyCMO

At Coringa Wildlife Sanctuary, World Environment Day 2026 was marked with a Mangrove Propagule Seed Dibbling Programme organized by the Kakinada Forest Division in association with the GCF–ECRICC Project, Andhra Pradesh. Students actively participated in restoring mangrove ecosystems while learning about their role in climate resilience, coastal protection, biodiversity conservation, and carbon sequestration. Together, nurturing young environmental stewards for a greener and more sustainable future. 🌍💚 @APDeputyCMO @PawanKalyan #WorldEnvironmentDay2026 #CoringaWildlifeSanctuary #Mangroves #ClimateAction #APForestDepartment #GreenerAndhraPradesh

"Today’s Seed Ball is Tomorrow’s Tree" Bapatla Forest Division organized a Seed Ball Preparation & Awareness Programme at Bapatla Bus Stand. DFO Sri S. Ravishankar highlighted the importance of seed balls as an effective tool for restoring green cover, while Forest officials, NGOs, environmental organizations, and community volunteers joined hands to promote afforestation and environmental conservation. Together, let's sow the seeds of a greener future. @APDeputyCMO @PawanKalyan #SeedBallCampaign #GreeningAndhraPradesh #APForestDepartment #EnvironmentalConservation

NTR Beach Clean-Up Drive at Kakinada !! Over 800 kg of plastic waste was collected during a large-scale beach clean-up drive at NTR Beach, Kakinada, organized by All Is Well NGO with the active participation of the Joint Collector, Kakinada, Forest Department staff, and enthusiastic volunteers. The initiative highlighted the importance of collective action in combating plastic pollution, protecting coastal ecosystems, and fostering environmental stewardship among communities. Clean Beaches • Healthy Oceans • Sustainable Future @APDeputyCMO @PawanKalyan #BeachCleanup #Kakinada #PlasticFreeCoast #CoastalConservation #EnvironmentalAwareness #APForestDepartment #CleanAndhraPradesh

As per the directions of Hon'ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri @PawanKalyan Garu, a Seed Ball Preparation Programme was organized at Kothapatnam, Prakasam District on the occasion of #WorldEnvironmentDay2026, with participation from over 100 people, including local public representatives. The District Collector led a ceremonial plantation drive at the Collectorate Complex, Ongole. An environmental awareness rally was also conducted with active participation from the Forest Department, PCB, Municipality staff, students, and the public. Together for a greener Andhra Pradesh! 🌿 @APDeputyCMO #SeedBallCampaign #GreeningAndhraPradesh #PawanKalyan #APForestDepartment

Hon'ble MLA Sri Bathula Bala Ramakrishna Garu, Sri Vijay Kumar, IFS, CCF & Director, Forest Academy, trainees, NGOs, SHGs, VSS members and forest staff joined hands for a successful afforestation programme. Seed Ball Dispersal, Maa Kanam–Oka Ped, massive plantation and seed dibbling activities will continue throughout the season, with all efforts geo-tagged through Merlife and Harithandhra Apps. Tree transplantation to Nagaravanam Complex has also been completed as per HoFF's directions. @APDeputyCMO #GreeningAndhraPradesh #APForestDepartment #SeedBallCampaign #PawanKalyan

Over 250 school children participated in the Seed Ball Preparation & Sensitization Programme at Viritos Sainik School, Tirupati, alongside 80 walkers, 40 Forest Department personnel, members of Ecosaviour NGO, Rotary Club, teachers, media representatives, and the public. Hon'ble DyCM Shri @PawanKalyan Garu interacted with students Jaswant and Jaswita, appreciating their environmental awareness and understanding of seed ball dispersal for greening Andhra Pradesh. Together, we are sowing the seeds for a greener future. 🌿 @APDeputyCMO #SeedBallCampaign #GreeningAndhraPradesh #APForestDepartment #PawanKalyan

డ్రోన్ నిఘా, గ్రౌండ్ టీమ్స్, వన్యప్రాణి నిపుణులు, పశువైద్య నిపుణుల సమన్వయంతో పులి సంచారాన్ని నెలకోట–పూడిపల్లి సమీప కొండ ప్రాంతానికే పరిమితం చేయడంలో అటవీ శాఖ విజయవంతమైంది. దీంతో సమీప గ్రామాల భద్రత మరింత బలోపేతమైంది. గౌరవ ఉప ముఖ్యమంత్రి శ్రీ @PawanKalyan గారి ఆదేశాల మేరకు, రాత్రంతా H.A.N.U.M.A.N ప్రత్యేక బృందాలు అప్రమత్తంగా విధులు నిర్వహించాయి. ప్రజల భద్రతను కాపాడుతూ పులిని సురక్షితంగా బంధించేందుకు ఆపరేషన్ నిరంతరం కొనసాగుతోంది. ప్రజలు ప్రశాంతంగా ఉండాలని, అప్రమత్తంగా వ్యవహరించాలని, అటవీ శాఖ సూచనలను తప్పనిసరిగా పాటించాలని విజ్ఞప్తి. @APDeputyCMO @AndhraPradeshCM @moefcc @HANUMAN_APGOV #HANUMAN #TigerRescue #APForestDepartment #WildlifeProtection

Through the night, H.A.N.U.M.A.N Special Teams stood vigilant. With drone surveillance, ground teams, wildlife experts, and veterinary specialists working in close coordination, the tiger’s movement has been successfully restricted to the hill terrain near Nelakota–Pudipalli, away from nearby villages. Under the directions of Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri @PawanKalyan Garu, operations continue with one clear priority: ensuring public safety while securing the safe capture of the tiger. We urge residents to remain calm, stay alert, and follow Forest Department advisories. @APDeputyCMO @AndhraPradeshCM @moefcc @APFDOfficial #HANUMAN

Public safety remains our foremost priority. Under the directions of Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri @PawanKalyan Garu, the Andhra Pradesh Forest Department is undertaking extensive efforts to safely capture the tiger reported in the Devipatnam region. Multiple specialized teams are working round the clock to ensure both public safety and the welfare of the animal. Citizens are requested to remain vigilant, avoid the affected areas, and cooperate with the authorities by following all official advisories. @APDeputyCMO #HANUMAN

Hon’ble Deputy CM & Forest Minister Sri @PawanKalyan garu launched the preparation of 2.5 crore Seed Balls at the Butterfly Park, Mulapadu, on #WorldEnvironmentDay. Joining SHG women, students, NGOs and officials, he personally prepared seed balls using native species and reviewed drone-based seed dispersal in forest landscapes. He directed officials to complete 2.5 crore seed balls by June 15, proposed Yoga Halls in every Eco-Tourism Park, and assured support for traditional artisans through promotion and a Wood Bank initiative. A major step towards a greener Andhra Pradesh. 🌱🌍 @APDeputyCMO #WorldEnvironmentDay #SeedBallCampaign #GreeningAndhraPradesh #PawanKalyan #APForestDepartment #EcoRestoration #GreenAndhraPradesh

World Environment Day !! Plant a Tree. Protect a Forest. Save a Species. Secure Our Future. Together for Greener Andhra Pradesh. @PawanKalyan @APDeputyCMO #WorldEnvironmentDay

Protecting nature is not an option, it is our responsibility. Every tree we save, every river we protect, and every step we take against pollution is an investment in Bharat’s future. I call upon every citizen to adopt sustainable practices and join the collective effort to build a cleaner, greener, and healthier Bharat. Pollution of our rivers, forests, and ecosystems is a threat to our collective future. Let us work together to restore the natural balance that sustains life. On the occasion of World Environment Day, the Andhra Pradesh Forest and Environment Department has initiated the preparation of 2.5 crore seed balls as part of our vision to increase the state's green cover to 50% by 2047. Protect Nature. Preserve Biodiversity. Secure Our Future - @PawanKalyan @byadavbjp #WorldEnvironmentDay

పెనుకొండలో సురక్షితంగా 12 అడుగుల కొండచిలువ రెస్క్యూ! పెనుకొండ పట్టణంలోని ఓ నివాస గృహంలోకి చొరబడిన 10-12 అడుగుల భారీ ఇండియన్ పైథాన్‌ను అటవీ శాఖ సిబ్బంది, స్నేక్ క్యాచర్ ఆనంద్ సమన్వయంతో కేవలం 15 నిమిషాల్లో సురక్షితంగా పట్టుకున్నారు. ఎటువంటి ప్రాణనష్టం లేదా హాని జరగకుండా ఆపరేషన్ విజయవంతంగా పూర్తి చేసి, అనంతరం సోమందేపల్లి రిజర్వ్ ఫారెస్ట్‌లో తిరిగి ప్రకృతి ఒడిలోకి విడిచిపెట్టారు. @HANUMAN_APGOV @PawanKalyan @APDeputyCMO #APForestDepartment #PythonRescue #Penukonda #WildlifeConservation #Anantapur #PawanKalyan #SnakeRescue #WildlifeProtection

దేవీపట్నం మండలం, గంగంపాలెం పరిసరాల్లో సంచరిస్తున్న పులిని సురక్షితంగా బంధించేందుకు ఆంధ్రప్రదేశ్ అటవీ శాఖ యుద్ధప్రాతిపదికన చర్యలు కొనసాగిస్తోంది. 200+ మంది అధికారులు, సిబ్బంది, 6 RRTలు, 4 ట్రాంక్విలైజింగ్ టీమ్‌లు, డ్రోన్ బృందాలు, వన్యప్రాణి అంబులెన్స్‌తో కూడిన ప్రత్యేక బృందాలు క్షేత్రస్థాయిలో నిరంతరం ఆపరేషన్ నిర్వహిస్తున్నాయి. ప్రజల భద్రతే ప్రథమ ప్రాధాన్యం. అటవీ శాఖ సూచనలను తప్పనిసరిగా పాటించి, పులి సంచరిస్తున్న ప్రాంతాలకు వెళ్లకుండా అప్రమత్తంగా ఉండాలని విజ్ఞప్తి. @APDeputyCMO @HANUMAN_APGOV #APForestDepartment #TigerRescue #DeviPatnam #WildlifeConservation #PublicSafety #HANUMAN

The Full Moon Trek held on 31 May 2026 at Mulapadu forests, NTR District, was a memorable experience blending nature, adventure, and spirituality. Led by senior officers of the Forest Department, participants witnessed the breathtaking moonrise over the Eastern Ghats, enjoyed the tranquil moonlit forest ambience, explored the Butterfly Garden, and trekked up to Sri Anjaneyaswamy Temple under the glowing full moon. A unique initiative showcasing the beauty of Andhra Pradesh’s forests and promoting eco-tourism. 🌳✨ @APDeputyCMO @PawanKalyan #FullMoonTrek #Mulapadu #EcoTourism #AndhraPradesh #ForestDepartment #NatureTrail #EasternGhats

Hon'ble Deputy Chief Minister Shri @PawanKalyan lauded the dedication of Andhra Pradesh Forest Department frontline staff for their successful anti-poaching operations in the Maredumilli forests and Papikonda National Park. 242+ snares, 10+ foot traps, and over 10 km of illegal electric fencing were removed, preventing significant wildlife loss and strengthening conservation efforts. @APDeputyCMO #WildlifeProtection #Papikonda #Maredumilli #AndhraPradeshForestDepartment

As part of the restoration of forest water bodies in the Kondapalli Reserved Forest, aimed at enhancing groundwater recharge and ensuring drinking water availability for wildlife, more than 200 MGNREGS workers are actively participating in tank rejuvenation works. A meaningful step towards ecological restoration, water conservation, and sustainable livelihoods. @PawanKalyan @APDeputyCMO #JalaDharaJalaHarathi #MGNREGS #WaterConservation #WildlifeProtection #GreeningAndhraPradesh #APForestDepartment