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American Telugu Association Hosts

Spectacular ATA Day in Phoenix

OUR BUREAU
Phoenix, AZ

he American Telugu Associ-
ation (ATA) celebrated ATA
TDay with grandeur and en-
thusiasm on August 23, 2025, at the
Mesa Convention Center, drawing a
record-breaking crowd of over 4,000
attendees. The event highlighted the
rich cultural heritage, traditions, and
values of the Telugu-American com-
munity, offering a blend of spiritual-
ity, music, dance, business insights,
and culinary delights.
The festivities commenced with
the ceremonial Srinivasa Kalyanam,
invoking the blessings of Lord Ven-
kateswara. Patrons, dressed in tradi-
tional Indian attire, participated in the Phoenix team for their meticu-
the ritual and received TTD laddus lous planning and execution. Challa
as prasadam, setting a vibrant and highlighted ATA activities across 25
auspicious tone for the afternoon. U.S. cities and announced the 19th
A variety of programs reflected ATA Convention scheduled for July
the diverse interests of the commu- 31–August 2, 2026, in Baltimore.
nity. The Business Meet offered as- President-Elect Satish Reddy em-
piring entrepreneurs and community phasized the organization’s charita-
leaders opportunities to engage with ble initiatives in both the U.S. and
experts, explore growth sectors, and India and unveiled ATA Vedukalu
learn strategies for success in local 2025, set to take place from De-
and global markets. Simultaneously, cember 12–27, 2025, in Telangana
a Fashion Show showcased tradition- and Andhra Pradesh, concluding at
al and contemporary Telugu attire, Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad.
while cultural performances high- Regional leadership played a key
lighted music and dance from across role in the event’s success. Arizona
the Telugu-speaking states. Children Regional Director Raghunath Red-
participated in competitions that en- dy Gadi credited sponsors and volun-
gaged young minds and encouraged teers for their unwavering support,
creativity. A Food Festival offered while Regional Coordinators Sunil
authentic Telugu cuisine, completing Annapureddy, Subha Gayam, and
the cultural experience. Madan Bollareddy ensured seamless
The day reached its crescendo operations. Cultural, Women’s, and
with a live concert featuring Tolly- Sports Chairs Kanthi Priya, Bindya,
wood singer Sumangaly and the Shesi Reddy Gade, and their teams
Ragin Band. Their electrifying per- orchestrated performances, compe-
formance had the audience dancing titions, and logistics. Dream Decorz,
and cheering, creating a festival-like led by Malathi and Ravi Garlapati,
atmosphere that left a lasting impres- provided stunning decorations that
sion on all attendees. enhanced the festive ambiance.
City of Chandler Mayor Kevin ATA Day in Phoenix was more
Hartke attended as a special guest, than a celebration—it was a tes-
extending warm wishes to the Telugu tament to the unity, energy, and
community and applauding the or- creativity of the Telugu-American
ganization of the event. ATA Presi- community. From spiritual rituals to
dent Jayanth Challa, President-Elect cultural performances and business
Satish Reddy, Secretary Sainath networking, the event left attendees
Boyapalli, Executive Director Narsi with unforgettable memories and re-
Reddy Gaddikopula, and Board of inforced the enduring strength and
Trustee Venn Reddy congratulated vibrancy of the community.

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