ATA Vedukalu 2025: Culture & Service Across Telugu States | Dec 12–27
When communities across the world pause to reflect on gratitude and generosity, the American Telugu Association (ATA) once again leads by example. Through its flagship initiative ATA Vedukalu 2025, ATA is bringing together culture, service, and innovation in a grand celebration across Telangana and Andhra Pradesh from December 12 to December 27, 2025.
More than just a festival, ATA Vedukalu represents a heartfelt connection between Telugu NRIs and their homeland—strengthened through meaningful service and a shared love for Telugu heritage.
A Legacy Built on Culture and Giving Back
For over two decades, ATA Vedukalu has served as a powerful platform to promote Telugu language, literature, and cultural traditions while actively supporting rural development. What started as a regional initiative in Andhra Pradesh has now grown into a large-scale, multi-city celebration across both Telugu states, touching thousands of lives each year.
Education, healthcare, clean water, entrepreneurship, and women’s wellness remain at the heart of ATA’s mission—reflecting its belief that cultural pride and social responsibility go hand in hand.
Leadership Driving the Vision
The 2025 edition of ATA Vedukalu is being organized under the leadership of:
- Jayanth Challa, President, American Telugu Association
- Satish Ramasahayam Reddy, President-Elect & ATA Vedukalu Chair
With strong planning and community collaboration, the leadership team has designed a program that blends tradition with forward-thinking initiatives such as startup mentorship and business seminars.
Highlights from ATA Vedukalu 2025
The celebrations span two weeks and multiple cities, offering something meaningful for everyone:
- December 12: Press meet in Hyderabad, followed by school scholarships, infrastructure projects, and cultural programs in Ranga Reddy district
- December 13: IIT–Hyderabad Startup Pitch event in Sangareddy
- December 14: Telugu literary gathering in Hyderabad
- December 16–17: Business seminars in Hyderabad and Visakhapatnam
- December 20–23: Sports events, education initiatives, school infrastructure projects, water filter installations, and women’s health camps
- December 24–25: Health camps and charitable programs focused on children
- December 27: Grand Finale at Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad
Honoring Excellence: ATA Awards – India 2025
A key highlight of ATA Vedukalu is the ATA Awards – India 2025, which recognize outstanding individuals of Telugu origin who have made remarkable contributions in their respective fields.
From literature and arts to science, medicine, technology, education, business, humanitarian service, performing arts, and youth leadership, the awards celebrate those who inspire change and uplift communities.
📅 Awards Ceremony: December 27, 2025
📍 Venue: Ravindra Bharathi, Hyderabad
📌 Last Date for Nominations: December 7, 2025
📧 Nominations Email: [email protected]
The Grand Finale: A Night to Remember
The Grand Finale on December 27 promises a mesmerizing evening of classical, folk, and contemporary performances by renowned artists, followed by the prestigious ATA Awards ceremony and a grand banquet.
Beyond celebration, the evening will set the stage for the upcoming 19th ATA Conference & Youth Convention, scheduled in Baltimore, USA, from July 31 to August 2, 2026, bringing global Telugu communities together once again.