American Telugu Association

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American Telugu Association (ATA) is a non-profit organization of Telugu people living in North America. [1]

The primary purpose of the association is to assist and promote literary, cultural, religious, social, educational, economic, health and community activities of the people of Telugu origin as well as to promoting exchange programs for students, scientists, and professionals of Telugu origin between the United States of America, Canada, India and other countries. [2] [3]

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References

  1. "American Telugu Association Plans Silver Jubilee Convention In July – News India Times". www.newsindiatimes.com. Archived from the original on 2018-01-27. Retrieved 2018-01-27.
  2. "American Telugu Association". americanteluguassociation.org.
  3. "Charity/Projects". americanteluguassociation.org/charity-projects.php.