Telangana’s rich tradition witnessed in the presence of TTA Founder Dr. Pailla Malla Reddy @ Long Island, New York

The Telangana American Telugu Association (T.T.A), a cultural association dedicated to propagating Telangana’s rich traditions and cultural heritage, hosted its marquee Bathukamma festival event at the Radisson Hotel. The day was brightened with the presence of over 1000 attendees, all gathered to celebrate the vibrant culture of Telangana.

The festival’s significance was elevated with the august presence of T.T.A (Telangana American Telugu Association) founder, Dr. Pailla Malla Reddy and other prominent persons along with their families. All of them extended wishes for health, happiness, and prosperity to the community.

The event was inaugurated with the Sri Lalitha Shasranama Parayanam, with prayers reverently offered to Goddess Durga Matha. The atmosphere became electric as hundreds of women, donned in traditional dressing and jewelry, participated in the Bathukamma dance and play in traditional way.

Folk Singer Janardhan Pannela, further entertained the audience with his melodious Bathukamma songs and dance. Spectacular dance showcases were a significant highlight. Engaging dances by youth mesmerized all, while a poignant classical dance was offered to the Goddess.

The ceremony culminated in the immersion of all Bathukammas in a neighboring water pond. A delicious and sumptuous traditional Telangana lunch was provided, followed by a shopping spree from multiple vendors offering authentic clothing and jewelry. The evening ended with a spirited Dandiya and open dance floor.

Special acknowledgment goes to Dr. Pailla Malla Reddy for his invaluable support and encouragement. He took the occasion to laud the T.T.A New York team for orchestrating such a grand community gathering and extended Dussehra greetings to all.

Sahodar Peddireddy the national Treasurer of T.T.A, highlighted simultaneous Bathukamma celebrations throughout the country and also success of Seattle convention and honored the donors. He also thanked all the New York team, led by Regional Vice President Sathya N. Reddy Gaggenapally, for their impeccable organization of the event.

The contributions of National Treasurer Sahodar Peddireddy, Board of Directors Usha Reddy Mannem, Mallik Reddy, Pavan Ravva, Rama Vanama, R.V.P Sathya Gaggenapally, standing committee members Sharath Vemuganti, Srinivas Guduru along with Regional Coordinators Sunil Gaddam, Vani Singirikonda, Sowmya Chittari, Vijendar Reddy and Haricharan Bobbili were paramount and Special acknowledgment was reserved for the spouses of the T.T.A New York team and especially for the Pooja committee for their tireless backend support.

Support from local associations, the New York Telangana Telugu Association (NYTTA) and the Telugu Literary and Cultural Association (TLCA), was integral to the event’s success. The media partner, TV5 was thanked for their comprehensive event coverage.