"WISH YOU HAPPY NEW YEAR TO ALL"

Together with my family, friends, and volunteers at the Greater Atlanta Telangana Society (GATES), I pray that Lord Venkateshwara and Lord Shiva bless you all with happiness, health, and joy in 2025.

I am honored and privileged to serve as the president of the Greater Atlanta Telangana Society. as well as for the ability to have contributed to this organization since 2009. heartfelt thanks go to the entire GATES team for their unwavering support and dedication.

GATES was founded over two decades ago by individuals committed to promoting and celebrating our Telangana culture here in Atlanta and in our homeland of Telangana. Since its inception, the organization has grown into a strong pillar of the Telangana diaspora, with many of members, countless service activities, and invaluable outreach to our community. As president, I am committed to continuing this proud tradition, expanding our ongoing service projects, and fostering the preservation and promotion of Telangana culture for future generations.

To our current members, supporters, and prospective members: I want to assure you that the board and I are dedicated to ensuring the continued growth and success of GATES. As we look toward the future, I encourage you to remain actively involved and engaged in this important journey.

I look forward to a presidency marked by dedication, collaboration, commitment and progress.

Thank you all for your trust and support!

Sincerely,

Naveen Battini

2025 President, Greater Atlanta Telangana Society (GATES)