Dear NATS Family,

 

With profound gratitude and humility, I accept the responsibility of serving as President of the North America Telugu Society (NATS) for the 2026–2028 term.

 

My journey with NATS began in 2009 as a volunteer. What started as a simple desire to give back to our community evolved into a lifelong commitment to service. Over the years, I have been blessed to work alongside extraordinary volunteers, dedicated leaders, and passionate members who have transformed NATS into one of the most respected Telugu organizations in the world.

 

I extend my heartfelt thanks to NATS Board Chairman Sri Kishore Kancharla, the Board of Directors, the Selection Committee, our past presidents, and every member who has entrusted me with this honor. I accept this responsibility with deep respect for the legacy built by those who came before us and with unwavering commitment to the generations that will follow.

 

NATS is more than an organization—it is a family united by our language, culture, traditions, and shared values. As we move forward, our mission remains clear: to serve our community with compassion, preserve and promote the Telugu language, empower our youth, support those in need, and strengthen the bonds that connect Telugu people across North America and around the world.

 

The future of NATS lies not only in celebrating our heritage but also in inspiring the next generation to embrace it with pride. Together, we will expand our educational, charitable, cultural and community initiatives while creating new opportunities for leadership, innovation, and service.

 

I firmly believe that the true strength of NATS comes from its volunteers. Every event organized, every family helped, every student supported, and every cultural tradition preserved is the result of countless individuals working selflessly for a greater cause.

 

As your President, I pledge to lead with integrity, transparency, inclusiveness and a spirit of service, under the guidance of Sri Kishore Kancharla. My goal is not merely to guide NATS through the next two years, but to help build a legacy that future generations will proudly inherit a legacy defined by service, unity, cultural pride and meaningful impact.

 

The greatest achievements are never accomplished by one individual; they are accomplished when an entire community comes together with a shared vision. I invite every member, volunteer, youth leader, donor, and supporter to join us in shaping the next chapter of NATS.

 

Let us work together to ensure that our Telugu language flourishes, our culture remains vibrant, our youth remain connected to their roots, and NATS continues to be a beacon of service and pride for generations to come.

 

పరోపకారాయ ఫలంతి వృక్షాః

పరోపకారాయ వహంతి నద్యః

పరోపకారాయ దుహంతి గావః

పరోపకారార్థమిదం శరీరం

 

Trees bear fruit for the benefit of others. Rivers flow for the benefit of others. Cows give milk for the benefit of others. Likewise, this human body is meant to serve and help others.

 

Thank you for your trust, your support and your partnership in this journey.

 

With warm regards,

 

•⁠  ⁠Raj A