Dear All,

The Association of Nepali Teraian in America (ANTA) is proud to announce the successful completion of its highly anticipated Annual General Meeting, held on June 14, 2025, in Atlanta, Georgia. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from hundreds of attendees, both in person and virtually, marking a significant milestone for the organization.

We were honored by the presence of our esteemed founding members and advisors, whose valuable insights and encouragement added great meaning to the gathering.

The meeting was inaugurated by Chief Guest Mrs. Annapurna Deo (Founder, ANTA) and Mr. Tilakram P. Chaudhary (Well Wisher, ANTA), along with special guests including Mr. Dharma Raj Ghimire (President, Jay Nepal, Georgia Chapter), Mr. JB Thapa (Board Member, Jay Nepal, Georgia Chapter ) , Mr. Kapil Sharan Wagle (President, NRNA NCC USA – GA Chapter), Mr. Bishwaman Angdembe (Social Worker, Atlanta, GA), Mr. Puspa Nepal (Social Worker, Atlanta, USA), Mr. Rajesh Shah (Former vice president, ANTA), Mrs. Sunita Dev (Advisor, ANTA), and Dr. Mridula Gupta (Immediate Past President, ANTA). Their presence and insights added prestige and inspiration to the gathering.

Mr. Santosh Sah (Treasurer, ANTA) discussed the financials, ensuring that the transparency of our organization remains strong. Likewise, Mr. Prabhat Jha (General Secretary, ANTA) provided a comprehensive overview of the activities and projects completed by ANTA over the past year. He also elaborated in detail on the recent Bylaws Amendment, emphasizing its importance in strengthening organizational governance.

The program was graciously hosted by Mrs. Nilam Yadav (CEC Board Member, ANTA), whose engaging and professional presentation helped ensure the smooth flow of the event and maintained high energy throughout the program.

The AGM highlighted ANTA’s achievements over the past year and provided updates on key programs and initiatives:

Completed Projects and Activities:
ANTA Scholarship Program 2024 (USA)
Online Nepali Language Classes
Health Awareness Programs: Shree Rajobati Secondary School, Kushaha Swambhunath-12, Shree Ram Dayal Secondary School, Sakhuwa, Saptari, Shree Hiyalal Secondary School
Cancer Screening Camp – Saptari
Diabetes and Hypertension Screening Camp – Shambhunath Municipality, Saptari
Cultural Celebrations – Holi, Diwali, Dashain, and Chhath
ANTA Unleashing Teraian History/Cultural Heritage: Awadh, Mithila, and, Bhojpuri Sessions
ANTA Premier League 2024 – T7 Cricket Tournament
Bylaws Amendment

Ongoing Projects:

ANTA Collegiate Scholarship 2025 (Nepal) – Supporting 50 students
Establishment of the ANTA Foundation
ANTA Premier League 2025 – T7 Cricket Tournament

ANTA extends its sincere gratitude to Mr. Binod Yadav (President, Atlanta Chapter, ANTA) and Mr. Amiri Mochi (CEC Board Member, ANTA) for their exceptional efforts in organizing and supporting the event.

The program concluded with a vibrant cultural showcase, celebrating the richness of our heritage through captivating performances. It served as a powerful reminder of the unity, pride, and spirit that define our community.
We look forward to continuing our mission with your continued support and participation.

Regards,

Sushmita Mishra, Spokesperson
Prabhat K Jha, General Secretary
Tauleshwar P Chaudhary, President

Association of Nepali Teraian in America (ANTA)
website: www.terai.org