College students organised a large rally in Sullurpeta to invite the public to the upcoming Flamingo Festival 2026, which will be held on January 10 and 11. The rally was conducted to spread awareness about the festival and encourage people to participate in the annual event. Moving through the main roads of Sullurpeta town, the rally attracted the attention of residents and visitors alike.
Several senior officials and public representatives took part in the programme, including District Education Officer K.V.N. Kumar, IFS officer C. Selvam, Assistant Collector Sandeep Raghu Vamsi, Sullurpeta MLA Nelavala Vijayashree, AP Tourism Regional Director Ramana Prasad, and members of the Flamingo Festival Committee. Students participating in the rally raised slogans highlighting the importance of protecting flamingo birds and preserving biodiversity, while urging the public to attend the festival.
Speaking on the occasion, C. Selvam, IFS, said that elaborate arrangements are being made to ensure tourists have an enjoyable experience during Flamingo Festival 2026. He stated that facilities are being developed not only in Sullurpeta but also in nearby locations such as Attakanitippa, Sri City, Irakam, Nelapattu, BV Palem, and Ubbalamadugu. Special focus is being placed on tourist safety, transportation, drinking water, and medical services. He added that the aim is to provide a comfortable environment for visitors to enjoy the region’s natural beauty.
MLA Nelavala Vijayashree said that the main objective of the Flamingo Festival is to create awareness among people about bird biodiversity and the need for environmental conservation. She informed that cultural programmes will be organised every evening for two days at the Sullurpeta College Grounds as part of the festival. The MLA appealed to families to attend the festival in large numbers and enjoy the events. She also advised festival committee members to remain alert and ensure that the celebrations are conducted smoothly without any untoward incidents.
The rally witnessed the participation of district- and mandal-level officials, police personnel, and a large number of college students, both boys and girls. Their enthusiastic involvement reflected strong public support for the festival. Organisers said that the successful rally has further increased public interest and enthusiasm for Flamingo Festival 2026.
