Telugu culture and community service shine in Michigan

Hyderabad: Charlotte Telugu Sambaralu 2026 was celebrated with enthusiasm, featuring cultural performances by children, youth and adults, including classical music, classical dance and freestyle dance.

The Science Fest was a major attraction, introducing children to nine scientific concepts through interactive experiments and demonstrations featuring dry ice, a plasma ball and other innovative activities. Telugu organisations, including TANA, GTA and APTA, participated in the event, which recorded 800 new registrations. NATS President Raj Allada attended the celebrations. Organisers thanked the artists, volunteers, sponsors, parents and participants for making the event a success.

Meanwhile, the North American Telugu Society (NATS) inaugurated its Michigan chapter in Farmington Hills to promote community service, preserve Telugu culture and encourage youth participation.

Sridevi Manepalli was appointed chapter coordinator, with Mahi Bollavaram as joint coordinator. Ravi Chalanti will oversee events and logistics, Hema Suraparaju will serve as treasurer, Jyothi Javvadi will handle membership, and Anupama Divakarla will manage public relations and media.

NATS Chairman Kishore Kancherla highlighted the organisation’s helpline and support for Telugu people in need, while Raj Allada reaffirmed its commitment to community service.

The event honoured community contributors, including Manorama Gandhi, Sandhya Sri Atmakuri, Manabadi, Sunny Reddy and Dr Harinath Policherla. Local students presented Kuchipudi performances.

The chapter plans quarterly initiatives focusing on women’s empowerment, youth leadership, sports, family activities and Telugu traditions.

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