The North American Telugu Association (TANA) held its annual Backpack Program in August, providing school bags and educational supplies to over 300 students at The Hornet Nest Elementary School in Charlotte.

TANA leaders, including Ravi Vadlamudi, Nagamalleswara Panchumarthi, Tagore Mallineni, Kiran Kothapalli, Madhuri Yeluri, and Ramana Anne, attended the event.

School staff and parents expressed gratitude, highlighting how the program supports education and community engagement.