Sankranti and Republic Day celebrations were celebrated grandly by Telugu people in Chicago, America. The celebrations held at the premises of the local Hindu Temple of Lake County under the auspices of the 'Tri-State Telugu Association were grand. Hemachandra Veerapalli, president of the organization, grandly organized the ceremony. The beautifully decorated stage impressed the audience. On this occasion, music and dance programs were organized to reflect the Telugu culture. The organization's representatives, members and volunteers entertainingly conducted the program throughout.

More than 300 people participated in these celebrations and they were successful. The cultural performances organized by the members who came in hundreds of numbers for this program were very impressive. A large number of children participated in this program and showed their talent. In honour of these celebrations, musical programs organized by local artists enthralled the guests.

Many celebrities gave certificates to the participants who took part in these ceremonies and encouraged them. Leaders of many communities participated in this program and expressed their support. Many praised the members of the Tri-State Telugu Association who organized this. The members of the organization expressed their happiness that this program was a grand success. The administrators thanked everyone who supported the organization and provided assistance.