The Leicestershire Telugu Association (LESTA) is Created to:
Preserving and promoting the rich Telugu culture and language among the expatriate Telugu people living in and around Leicestershire and midlands, UK
Providing Telugu people with a regular opportunity to stay connected with their roots, while also helping them integrate and succeed with the multicultural British community.
Fostering education on all aspects of Indian culture, languages, scriptures, and literature, particularly yoga and meditation among children and young adults.
Bringing in opportunities for the cultural exchange of different traditions, ideas, knowledge, and talents between people living in the UK, India, and the rest of the world where people of Telugu origin reside.
Empowering Telugu youth by creating awareness of and promoting Telugu culture among them.
Fostering social cohesion and inclusion by serving as a primary resource for all social, cultural, and humanitarian issues related to the Telugu community in the UK.
Helping and supporting relevant causes and charities in the UK and in India that are done for local community benefit, cultural empowerment, and assistance for the needy.
LESTA is a valuable resource for the Telugu community in Leicestershire. By working together, we can preserve and promote our rich culture and heritage, and make a positive impact on the lives of Telugu people in the UK and beyond