Beyond its business activities, Sri Manikanta Nursery & Organics has also undertaken an environmental initiative aimed at encouraging greenery and supporting the community. As part of this initiative, the organisation distributes approximately 1,000 plants every year free of cost to temples and senior citizens. This effort reflects its commitment to promoting environmental awareness and encouraging the importance of planting and nurturing greenery among different sections of society.
Operating in a competitive business environment, Sri Manikanta Nursery & Organics places importance on customer confidence, consistent service and an understanding of market requirements. Its growing collection of plants, including rare and imported varieties, along with organic fertilisers and planters, represents its business presence in the nursery and organic products category. The Evergreen Pioneer of the Year Award recognises Chava Chowdary under the stated category at the Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026.
The recognition was conferred at the inaugural Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026, held on October 25, 2026, at PBR Convention Hall, Bandlaguda, Hyderabad. Presented by Unik Life Groups under the leadership of its Founder, Venu Kalyan, the awards ceremony brought together entrepreneurs, business leaders, professionals, educators, innovators, digital creators, entertainers and social contributors from Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka and other regions.
The event was hosted by Venu Kalyan, a Business Growth Strategist, Business Coach and Motivational Speaker, who conceptualised the Pragathi Ratna Awards as a platform to recognise individuals and organisations contributing to business growth, professional excellence and social development. Through Unik Life Groups, Venu Kalyan has been involved in empowering entrepreneurs and business owners through business coaching, leadership development, marketing, sales and structured business growth initiatives. The awards initiative reflects his vision of bringing recognition to entrepreneurs, professionals and organisations whose work contributes to economic development, employment generation and progress across the Telugu-speaking regions.
Acclaimed Indian actress Shriya Saran graced the inaugural ceremony as the Chief Guest and Celebrity Guest, adding prominence to the celebrations. She personally presented the awards to the recipients on stage in the presence of entrepreneurs, industry representatives, business owners, professionals and distinguished guests. Her participation made the occasion a significant platform for celebrating achievements across various industries and professional backgrounds.
Held under the theme ‘Celebrating Telugu Progress’, the inaugural edition of the Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026 recognised 81 achievers across multiple sectors. The awards acknowledged contributions in areas including real estate, construction and interiors, education and training, healthcare, wellness and beauty, retail, fashion, manufacturing, industry and agriculture, financial services, food and hospitality, technology, media, entertainment, social impact and women leadership.
The Pragathi Ratna Awards were organised with the objective of recognising individuals and enterprises whose dedication, innovation, leadership and professional contributions support economic and social progress. The platform brought together achievers from different industries and provided an opportunity to celebrate their work and accomplishments.
The awards ceremony also formed part of a broader initiative by Unik Life Groups to encourage entrepreneurial development and business growth. Under the leadership of Venu Kalyan, the organisation aims to promote business education, mentorship and professional development while creating opportunities for entrepreneurs and professionals to gain recognition for their contributions.
Chava Chowdary’s recognition with the Evergreen Pioneer of the Year Award marks an important acknowledgement for Sri Manikanta Nursery & Organics at the inaugural Pragathi Ratna Awards 2026. With its expansion from approximately 1,000 plants to more than 100,000 plants, its customer reach across India and its annual initiative of distributing around 1,000 plants free of cost to temples and senior citizens, the organisation’s journey has been recognised as part of the event’s broader celebration of Telugu enterprise and progress.
