TAGC Diwali Celebrations a Grand success
Telugu Association of Greater Chicago (TAGC) celebrated the Diwali and Dasara festivals at Oswego East High School, Oswego, Illinois. The festivities were attended by more than 1200 Telugu speaking people, Lt. Governor Shiela Simon, Governor Quinn's top Indian aide and included performances by artist Abhinay Krishna and Indian Idol fame Karunya and Hima Bindhu.
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The cultural and entertainment programs included traditional, Tollywood, Folk and Fusion dances, Keerthanas, skits and various other performances. The fashion show done by the youth committee stood as the replica of Indian and Telugu tradition. Communications Committee Chair Dinkar Karumuri talked about the coming elections and the importance of getting out and vote, and introduced Prashanthi Rao Raman, top Indian aide in Governor Quinn's office to give the address from the Governor Quinn himself as he was unable to make it to the event.
Lt. Governor Sheila Simon talked about the significance of Diwali of being the pursuit of good over evil and talked about the significance of her elections to the Illinois community, and requested everyone to get out and vote. TAGC President Srinivas Pedamallu and ATA President Karunakar Madhavaram presented Mrs. Simon and Ms. Raman with a plaque showing appreciation from TAGC's members.
The Grand Raffle was sponsored by Regal Jewelers and was presented by Jay Shewakramani. Two lucky winners won a 10 gram Gold Coin and a 5 gram Gold Coin. Sports Committee lead Pradeep Kandimalla led the trophies presentation to all the winners from TAGC Tournaments such as PingPong, Basketball, Volleyball, Cricket, Tennis and Badminton.
The highlight of the night was entertainment provided by Abhinaya Krishna who bought together the audience and everyone enjoyed the program. The musical entertainment by Telugu Indian Idol singer Karunya supported by Hima Bindhu also enthralled the audience.
News Posted: 5 November, 2014
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