Telugu language, culture take centre stage at ATA conference in the United States
The 19th American Telugu Association conference in Baltimore brought together thousands of Telugu-speaking individuals to celebrate their cultural heritage. The event featured political dignitaries, film personalities, and awards for contributions across various professional fields.
Why it matters
Cultural conventions play a vital role in maintaining diaspora connections to their home country and preserving linguistic traditions.
The vibrancy of Telugu language, culture and traditions came alive in Baltimore, Maryland, on Friday as thousands of Telugu people from across the United States gathered for the 19th American Telugu Association (ATA) conference, celebrating their shared heritage while strengthening ties with their roots.
The three-day convention is bringing together Telugu families settled in the U.S. along with their children born and raised in America, offering them an opportunity to reconnect with their cultural identity through traditional dance, music and authentic Telugu cuisine.
The conference was inaugurated in the presence of Maryland Lieutenant Governor Aruna Miller, a Telugu born in Hyderabad, lending a special connect to the celebrations.
A host of dignitaries from India attended the inaugural session, including Telangana Legislative Council Chairman Gutta Sukhender Reddy, Tourism Minister Jupally Krishna Rao, MLAs T. Rammohan Reddy, Yennem Srinivas Reddy and Manohar Reddy, besides Telangana BJP president N. Ramchander Rao.
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