On November 30, 2025, West Forsyth High School in Cumming, Georgia, was transformed into a vibrant stage of culture and compassion as Sankara Nethralaya USA (SNUSA) hosted the year end Music & Dance for Vision Grand Finale program, a philanthropic celebration to support the expansion of the Mobile Eye Surgical Unit (MESU) initiative to maximize the reach of eye care in rural India. The event showcased the power of community, art, and service in the mission to eradicate preventable blindness in rural India. Bala Reddy Indurti, President of Sankara Nethralaya USA, emphasized, “Beyond a medical mission, MESU stands as a movement of empathy. Each mile traveled delivers the promise of sight restored and hope renewed.”
Each mile traveled delivers the promise of sight restored and hope renewed.”
Ramesh Babu Lakshmanan, Consul General of India in Atlanta, attended as the Chief Guest and praised the SNUSA team, donors, and volunteers. He stated, “SNUSA has exceeded my expectations in advancing its mission to eliminate preventable blindness. I congratulate Bala Reddy Indurti for his leadership.” During the felicitation, Bala announced Honorable Consul General of India, Sri Ramesh Babu, as an Honorary Board Advisor of Sankara Nethralaya USA.
Prasad Reddy Katamreddy’s generosity and leadership have significantly strengthened the mission. A 2025 Entrepreneur of the Year Southwest Award finalist and the driving force behind Twisted X Global Brands, he said, “Vision is not just seeing the future—it is shaping it. I am honored to support Sankara Nethralaya USA, whose dedication restores sight and hope. Innovation and compassion must progress together, and I am proud to champion this mission.” Director Sri Ch. Rama Rao garu, creator of the Ghantasala biopic “Ghantasala the Great”, was felicitated on stage for his exceptional tribute to the legendary singer. The following day, the film was screened at the Hindu Temple of Atlanta auditorium, beneath Lord Balaji’s sanctum, and was warmly received by the audience.
The evening opened with a soulful musical invocation by Tollywood vocalists Mallikarjun, Parthu Nemani, and Sumangali, whose devotional and classical renditions set an uplifting tone and deeply moved the audience. This was followed by vibrant performances from leading Atlanta dance and music academies—including Nataraja Natyanjali Kuchipudi Dance Academy, Academy of Classical Music, Carnatic Strings Violin Studio, Bharathakala Natya Academy, and Vipanchi Music Academy. Their thematic presentations, rooted in tradition and storytelling, showcased exceptional artistry and captivated the audience with grace and devotion.
The Music & Dance for Vision Grand Finale program was a resounding success, generating $400,000 and bringing the total to $1.625 million (after successfully raising $1.25 million at an August fundraising event). This remarkable outpouring of $1.625 million generosity translates into approximately 130 MESU Adopt-a-Village eye camps, each one supporting many life-changing gifts of sight for underserved individuals suffering from vision impairment. President Bala Indurti stated, “Each Adopt-a-Village sponsor brings hope, compassion, and opportunity, illuminating villages with vision and hope. On behalf of Sankara Nethralaya USA, I extend my deepest appreciation.
The evening honored the dance teachers, vocalists, and performers whose passion and dedication brought the cultural program to life, inspiring support for Sankara Nethralaya USA’s mission.
