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Explore this historical timeline in chronological order, with images, context and sources where available.
20 documented moments from Kadapa, presented chronologically with context and sources where available.
Kadapa district expands to 40 mandals
Rajampet, Nandalur, Veeraballi and Sundupalle joined Kadapa under the district reorganisation.
Kadapa became the Andhra Pradesh district with the most mandals.
Four Guinness records set on Bengaluru Kadapa Vijayawada highway
NHAI completed four Guinness records during work on National Highway 544G.
The corridor improves access to Kadapa and the Kopparthy industrial node.
Gandikota Utsavams open as a state festival
The three day Gandikota Utsavams opened with heritage, culture and tourism programmes.
The event raised Gandikota's profile as a heritage tourism destination.
Devuni Kadapa Brahmotsavams begin
Dwajarohanam marked the start of the annual Brahmotsavams at Sri Lakshmi Venkateswara Swamy Temple.
Devuni Kadapa is traditionally regarded as the first threshold to Tirumala.
Rajampet lodge fire kills one and injures six
A fire at a lodge in Rajampet killed one person and injured six others.
The incident highlighted fire safety risks in public accommodation.
Kadapa outlines Rs 4,160 crore drinking water plan
District officials outlined a Jal Jeevan Mission plan covering 2,725 habitations.
The proposal targets reliable drinking water for about 18.26 lakh residents.
Yogi Vemana University holds combined convocation
Yogi Vemana University held its 11th through 14th convocations in one ceremony.
The event marked four academic cycles and honoured aerospace scientist Kota Harinarayana.
Continuous Annaprasadam service opens at Vontimitta
TTD opened a centre to provide continuous free meals during the Vontimitta Brahmotsavams.
The service expanded pilgrim support at a major temple festival.
Vontimitta annual Brahmotsavams begin
The annual Sri Kodandarama Swamy Brahmotsavams began for an eleven day schedule.
The festival is one of Kadapa district's leading religious gatherings.
Sri Sita Rama Kalyanam celebrated at Vontimitta
Sri Sita Rama Kalyanam was celebrated during the annual Vontimitta Brahmotsavams.
The state festival is central to Kadapa's religious and cultural calendar.
Ontimitta records Andhra Pradesh's highest temperature
Ontimitta recorded 45 C, the highest temperature reported in Andhra Pradesh that day.
The reading marked the district's exposure to severe summer heat.
Almaspet circle naming dispute sparks clashes
A dispute over a traffic circle name led to stone throwing, injuries and police action.
The incident prompted tighter security and action against misinformation.
Andhra Pradesh approves 2,250 MW Gandikota 2 project
The state approved allocation of the 2,250 MW Gandikota 2 pumped storage project.
The project adds a major renewable energy investment to Kadapa district.
SAEL commissions 600 MW solar projects in Kadapa
SAEL commissioned twin solar projects at T Koduru and Kondapuram with 600 MW capacity.
The projects brought nearly Rs 3,000 crore in investment and about 1,000 jobs.
Andhra Premier League matches begin in Kadapa
Kadapa began hosting Andhra Premier League matches as the tournament expanded to three venues.
The games placed Kadapa stadium in a larger state cricket circuit.
Two die and 19 are injured in Pullampet bus crash
A truck struck an APSRTC bus on National Highway 716 near Udumvaripalle.
The crash caused two deaths and 19 injuries on a major district route.
Ground works begin for JSW steel plant in Kadapa
Construction activity began for the JSW Rayalaseema Integrated Steel Plant at Sunnapurallapalle.
The Rs 16,350 crore project targets 2 MTPA capacity and about 2,700 direct jobs.
Kadapa reclaims 14,000 acres from Brahmani Industries
The district administration reclaimed 14,000 acres at Ambavaram after long legal proceedings.
The action returned land valued near Rs 5,000 crore to government control.
Kadapa confirms new COVID cases and two deaths
Health officials confirmed eight recent COVID cases and two related deaths in the district.
The disclosure renewed public health monitoring while experts advised calm.
Foundation laid for Dalmia cement expansion in Kadapa
The foundation was laid for Dalmia Bharat's second cement line at Chinnakomerla.
The Rs 3,100 crore expansion targets 1,000 jobs and higher cement capacity.
