Community Spotlight

Dear IAGB Team,

Thank you very much for your kind words and for the wonderful opportunity to feature the Telugu Association of Greater Boston (TAGB) in your upcoming monthly newsletter. We deeply value the partnership between our organizations and are excited to share our mission with your readers.

Please find the requested information and materials below:

• Name of Organization: Telugu Association of Greater Boston (TAGB)
  Description, History, and Mission: Incorporated in 1984, TAGB is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to uniting and serving the Telugu-speaking community across New England—covering Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Maine, Vermont, and Connecticut. Our core mission is to preserve and celebrate Telugu language and culture, strengthen community connections, and promote intercultural understanding through cultural, educational, and humanitarian initiatives.
• Organization Summary: For over four decades, TAGB has served as a cultural anchor for the Telugu diaspora in New England, fostering a sense of home and heritage. We take immense pride in our flagship celebrations, including our grand Ugadi festival in April and our vibrant Dasara/Diwali events. Central to our mission is “Telugu Vakili,” an initiative that integrates various Telugu teaching organizations into our events to ensure the language thrives in the next generation. Beyond performances, we enrich our community through traditional poem and mono-action competitions, while providing a platform for our youth to host events in their native language. Through collaboration with local U.S. communities and fellow Indian organizations, TAGB continues to build lasting cultural and social bridges between India and the United States.
• Title and Name of Entity: Srinivas Gondi, President (Term 2025-26)
• Website Link: www.tagb.org
• Upcoming Event:  TAGB Sankranthi Sambaralu 2026 Date: January 10, 2026 Time: Noon onwards (Prime Time starts at 6:00 PM) Location: Bellingham High School, 60 Blackstone St, Bellingham, MA 02019 Details: Join us for a day of cultural performances, traditional festivities, and community bonding as we celebrate the harvest festival of Sankranthi. More details and registration can be found at www.tagb.org.

We look forward to seeing the January edition! Please let us know if you require any additional photos or information.