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Flamingo Festival at Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary – Key Facts, Location & Species for APPSC exams

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The Flamingo Festival has commenced at Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary, celebrating the arrival of migratory birds like flamingos and pelicans.

Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary:

Nelapattu Bird Sanctuary is located in Tirupati district, Andhra Pradesh.
Situated near Pulicat Lake, India’s second-largest brackish water lagoon.
The region forms an important wetland ecosystem supporting migratory birds.

Key species

Spot-billed Pelican (Endangered):

Nelapattu is one of the major breeding sites in South India & Southeast Asia

Flamingos:

Seasonal migratory birds visiting during winter

Pulicat lake:

Pulicat Lake is the second-largest brackish water lagoon in India, following Odisha’s Chilika Lake. Straddling the border of Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu on the Coromandel Coast, it serves as a critical ecological haven and a popular destination for birdwatchers and nature enthusiasts

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/flamingo-festival-draws-families-to-nelapattu-bird-sanctuary-near-sullurpeta/article70498102.ece

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AP Logistics Infrastructure Corporation (APLINC) & Logistics Fund – Key Facts for APPSC exams

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Andhra Pradesh Cabinet has approved the establishment of the AP Logistics Infrastructure Corporation (APLINC) and an AP Logistics Fund to strengthen logistics infrastructure and reduce costs.

Key Highlights:

Formation of APLINC as an integrated holding company.
Creation of AP Logistics Fund as an Alternative Investment Fund (AIF).
Aim: Mobilize institutional investments for infrastructure projects.
Focus on integrating road, inland waterways, and sea transport.
Implementation support through Andhra Pradesh Maritime Board.

https://www.newindianexpress.com/states/andhra-pradesh/2025/Nov/26/cm-naidu-approves-ap-logistics-infrastructure-corporation-to-strengthen-states-logistics-sector

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Andhra Pradesh Shipbuilding Cluster at Dugarajapatnam – Key Facts, APPSC Notes

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Andhra Pradesh government has approved the establishment of a Greenfield Port and Shipbuilding Cluster at Dugarajapatnam under the Shipbuilding Development Scheme (SbDS) of the Ministry of Ports Shipping and Waterways.

Shipbuilding Cluster at Dugarajapatnam:

Andhra Pradesh government has officially approved the development of a ₹29,253 crore greenfield port and National Mega Shipbuilding Cluster at Dugarajapatnam in Tirupati district. This project is envisioned as India’s first mega greenfield shipbuilding cluster and a central component of the national Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.

Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV): The state has created “National Shipbuilding and Heavy Industries Park Andhra Pradesh Limited” to oversee development.
Infrastructure: The hub will include 1,000 acres for shipyards and 1,000 acres for supporting ancillary industries, with a 2 km waterfront.
Capacity: It aims to build a capacity of 1.2 million Gross Tonnage Per Annum (GTPA), including an anchor shipyard.

https://www.thehindu.com/news/national/andhra-pradesh/andhra-pradesh-govt-forms-spv-for-mega-shipbuilding-hub-at-dugarajapatnam/article70695823.ece

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PM Modi Highlights Narsapuram Lace Craft as a Model of Women’s Empowerment:

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the Narsapuram Lace Craft during the 129th episode of “Mann Ki Baat”, praising its role in women’s empowerment and self-help groups (SHGs).

Narsapuram Lace Craft:

Narsapuram Lace Craft (also known as Narasapur Crochet Lace) is a centuries-old hand-crocheted textile tradition from the West Godavari and Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Konaseema districts of Andhra Pradesh.

Known for intricate floral and geometric designs.
Has received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

About GI Tag:

A Geographical Indication (GI) Tag is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities or a reputation that are due to that origin

It is a form of collective intellectual property right.
Validity → 10 years (renewable)
Legal framework →Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999. Came into force in 2003

https://www.deccanchronicle.com/southern-states/andhra-pradesh/pm-modi-highlights-narsapuram-lace-craft-as-a-model-of-womens-empowerment-1926767

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