Jamshedpur: The Andhra Association, Kadma, celebrated a historic milestone on Sunday by hosting a grand ceremony to release its Centenary Souvenir (1926–2026). The event, held at the Association premises in Kadma, commemorated a century of the organization’s dedicated service to education, culture, and social welfare in the Steel City.
Honoring a Century of Service
The Honorable MLA of Jamshedpur (West), Saryu Roy, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The proceedings commenced with a traditional welcome address, followed by a solemn tribute to the institution’s founding pioneers and the ceremonial lighting of the lamp.
The highlight of the evening was the official unveiling of the Centenary Souvenir by Roy. The publication meticulously documents the Association’s achievements and transformative contributions over the last 100 years. In his keynote address, Roy lauded the Andhra Association for its pivotal role in enriching the educational and cultural landscape of Jamshedpur.
Leadership and Governance
The event was organized under the guidance of the Andhra Association’s Management Committee, led by President Major K. Satyanarayanan. Key executive members in attendance included:
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Vice Presidents: Mr. B. Bapuji (AAMS), Mr. N. Rama Krishna Rao (AA), and Mr. V. Srinivas (AAES).
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General Secretary: Mr. Y. K. Sharma.
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Joint Secretaries: Mr. B. Srinivas Rao (AAES), Mr. G. Sanyasi Rao (AAMS), and Mr. T. Anji Kumar Rao (AA).
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Treasurer: Mr. C. Ganesh Rao.
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Assistant Treasurer: Mr. R. Ravi.
The executive body, including members such as Mr. Kailash Ramu, Mrs. P. Surya Prabha, and Mr. I. Srinivas, among others, supported the successful execution of the day’s events. Trustees Mr. M. Bhaskar Rao, Mr. K. Venu Gopal Rao, and Mr. B. Srinivas Sanjay were also present, alongside internal auditors Mrs. G. Vijay Lakshmi and Mr. B. Krishna Murthy.
Cultural Highlights and Recognition
The Association took the opportunity to honor its contributors, sponsors, senior citizens, and former officials for their long-standing support. Adding a vibrant touch to the ceremony, students performed a series of cultural programs that captivated the audience.
The landmark celebration concluded with a formal vote of thanks, the National Anthem, and a community dinner.
