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A Life of Sacred Service: Mauritius and the World Mourn Telugu Stalwart Sanjiva Narasimha Appadoo by Pravindra Adari

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“In the annals of the global Telugu diaspora, few names shine with the same quiet strength and unwavering devotion as  Sanjiva Narasimha Appadoo Gaaru . From the shores of Mauritius, he stood as a Guardian of Telugu language and culture—ensuring that a heritage carried across oceans generations ago continued to live, breathe, and flourish.” The global Telugu community stands united in grief at the passing of Sanjiva Appadoo , a towering personality whose life was a shining example of unwavering dedication to language, culture, and identity. His departure marks the end of an era for the Telugu diaspora in Mauritius, and indeed, for Telugu lovers across the world. For decades, Sanjiva Appadoo stood as a guardian of Telugu heritage in Mauritius—a land far removed from the geographical roots of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana yet deeply connected through the hearts of its people. In that sacred space between memory and identity, he became a guiding force, ensuring that the Telugu languag...
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Port Shepstone Andhra Sabha Triumphs at AMSSA Telugu Eisteddfod 2024

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  In a remarkable showcase of talent and dedication, the Port Shepstone Andhra Sabha clinched the Composite Trophy at the Telugu Eisteddfod 2024, held on the 10th and 11th of August. The victory marks a significant achievement for the Sabha, which emerged as the overall winner of this prestigious event, highlighting their commitment to preserving and promoting the Telugu language and culture. Reacting to the win, Mr G Kistamurthy, Chairperson of Port Shepstone Andhra Sabha expressed immense gratitude: "We have to thank Vice Chairperson and Chief Eisteddfod coordinator Saroj Reddy Garu for training the children and recruiting participants for the Eisteddfod. Together with her two children, she ensured that our Sabha was victorious." The Telugu Eisteddfod by the Andhra Maha Sabha of South Africa (AMSSA), plays a vital role in empowering the Andhra community by encouraging fluency in reading, writing, and speaking the Telugu language. As Seetha Nooki Viranna, Vice President of t...
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Prerana Online Students Shine at Telugu Eisteddfod 2024 with Pillala Prerana Project

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Prerana Paatashaala has once again demonstrated the power and potential of online education by clinching multiple prizes at the 81st edition of the Telugu Eisteddfod held at the Andhra Cultural Centre in Chatsworth, South Africa. This year marks a significant milestone for the school, which dedicated 2023 as the Year of the Children, focusing on the expansion and success of its innovative Pillala Prerana Project. What began as a small group of four children has blossomed into a thriving community of over 18 active participants from diverse regions, including Johannesburg, Durban, Cape Town, Limpopo, Mauritius, and even Texas. Sixteen children and one youth member represented Prerana as independent candidates at the August Eisteddfod, showcasing their talents across a range of categories. The youngest participant, only six years old, competed in Class 1, while the eldest, an 18-year-old, brought a Prerana youth into the competition. Prerana Paatashaala’s students took part in 25 of th...
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