Branch

Maryland

July 14, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

As part of the VT Seva Maryland Samatha Annual Day 2026 celebration on June 20, 2026, the Chess Tournament brought together nearly 30 participants of all ages for a day of strategic thinking, friendly competition, and sportsmanship. Players showcased impressive analytical skills and resilience through exciting, high-level matches while demonstrating respect and camaraderie both on and off the board. The tournament created an engaging environment where participants challenged themselves and learned from one another. Impact: The Chess Tournament fostered critical thinking, problem-solving, strategic decision-making, and sportsmanship while providing participants with an opportunity to build confidence and connect with fellow chess enthusiasts. Event Leads: Arjun Chintalapati and Mrs. Sirisha Chintalapati. A heartfelt thank you to all the participants, volunteers, and supporters for making the tournament a success. Special appreciation to the volunteer team for their assistance with tournament operations and to the VT Seva Maryland core team for their dedication in organizing this memorable event. We look forward to welcoming everyone back for next year's tournament!

Branch

Maryland

July 14, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

As part of the VT Seva Maryland Samatha Annual Day 2026 celebration on June 20, 2026, the Spelling Bee brought together students from Kindergarten through 8th Grade for an engaging and educational competition that celebrated learning, confidence, and perseverance. Participants showcased their spelling abilities with enthusiasm and determination, demonstrating remarkable focus and courage as they competed on stage. The event encouraged students to challenge themselves while fostering a love for language and academic excellence. Impact: The Spelling Bee strengthened students' vocabulary, public speaking, and critical thinking skills while building confidence, resilience, and a passion for lifelong learning in a supportive community environment. Student Event Leads: Akul Pallerla and Anay Pallerla. A heartfelt thank you to all the participants, parents, volunteers, and supporters for making this event a success. Special thanks to Sobana Vasudevan, VT Seva Maryland Branch Director, for her guidance, Chetan Sai Kanakanala for co-facilitating the event, and Prashamsa Muppavaram for her invaluable support in making this initiative possible.

Branch

Maryland

July 14, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

As part of the VT Seva Maryland Samatha Annual Day 2026 celebration on June 20, 2026, the Women's Ramp Walk Show celebrated confidence, grace, and individuality. Participants took to the stage with elegance, showcasing a beautiful blend of traditional and contemporary attire while inspiring the audience with their poise and self-expression. The event highlighted the strength, diversity, and vibrant spirit of our community, creating a joyful atmosphere filled with encouragement and applause. Every participant embraced the opportunity to shine, making the ramp walk a memorable celebration of confidence and empowerment. Impact: The Women's Ramp Walk provided a platform for participants to build confidence, foster self-expression, celebrate cultural diversity, and strengthen community connections through an inclusive and uplifting experience. Event Leads: Akanksha Subramaniam and Mridula Vasudevan. A heartfelt thank you to all the participants, families, volunteers, and supporters for making this event a resounding success. We look forward to celebrating together again at future VT Seva Maryland events!

Branch

Maryland

July 14, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

As part of the VT Seva Maryland Samatha Annual Day 2026 celebration on June 20, 2026, our Kids Fashion Show brought smiles, excitement, and confidence to the stage. Children from across Maryland showcased their creativity and individuality as they walked the runway with pride. Dressed in a vibrant mix of traditional Indian attire, formal wear, and imaginative costumes—including community heroes such as police officers—the participants captivated the audience with their confidence, enthusiasm, and unique personalities. Congratulations to all the participants for their wonderful performances and to the prize winners for their creativity and effort. Every child who stepped onto the runway demonstrated courage, self-expression, and confidence, making the event a memorable celebration of talent and diversity. Impact: The fashion show empowered children to build self-confidence, celebrate cultural diversity, express their creativity, and strengthen community bonds through a fun and inclusive experience. Event Leads: Mridula Vasudevan and Taara Vasudevan. A heartfelt thank you to our children, parents, volunteers, and supporters for making this event a wonderful success. We look forward to celebrating many more milestones together!

Branch

Maryland

April 25, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

VT Seva Maryland proudly planted 190 Fraser Fir trees, exceeding our commitment of 150 trees for the VT Seva National Earth Day Project. Volunteers planted 170 trees in Landsdale (Monrovia, MD) and 20 trees in Woodridge, Lake Linganore, with the support of our HOA partners and Neighborhood Forest. 💬 Mridula Vasudevan, VT Seva Maryland Branch Liaison, shared: "Planting 190 trees together showed the power of teamwork and community service. Every tree is a step toward a greener future, and I'm grateful to everyone who made this initiative a success." Thank you to all our volunteers and community partners for making this project possible! 🌿

Branch

Maryland

July 14, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

Summary of ActivitiesWellness & Mindfulness: Conducted a gentle, calming senior yoga session to promote physical relaxation.Creativity & Social Engagement: Provided custom henna art designs while exchanging generational stories and companionship.Patriotic Service Project: Collaborated with residents to handcraft DIY flowers for the Disabled American Veterans (DAV) appreciation campaign.Team RosterEvent Coordinator: Abhinav Komperla (VP, Healthcare Branch)Project Mentors: Anwesha Parida, Inika KeranahalliYoga Session Instructor: Mrs. Sobana VasudevanAttending Volunteers: Mrs. Deepa Parida, Mr. Aditya Komperla, Mridula Vasudevan, Akanksha Subramaniam, Divya Puttana, Taara Vasudevan

Branch

San Antonio

June 13, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM

VT Seva San Antonio took part in the monthly service activity, Sandwich Sewa, at Hindu Temple of San Antonio. The volunteers prepared sandwiches for the homeless people depending on Vinny's Bistro for their daily meals. Thank you to Mrs. Sukrutha and Dr. Govardhan Bobbala for their sponsorship in June on behalf of VT Seva and all the volunteers who helped in making approximately 300 sandwiches.

Branch

San Antonio

June 20, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM

The San Antonio branch volunteers joined the local volunteers in packing snack boxes for the underserved kids this summer. Together, we all packed 576 boxes serving 11,059 meals! Our sincere thank you to all the 14 volunteers for their service on Jun 20th, 2026.

Branch

San Antonio

July 11, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM

VT Seva San Antonio participated in HTSA's Sandwich Sewa benefitting Vinny's Bistro on July 11th, 2026. The branch's 18 volunteers prepared 300 peanut butter & jam sandwiches approximately. We appreciate Mrs. Chaitanya and Mr. Laxman Davuluri for sponsoring sandwiches and fruit to the homeless shelter in July on behalf of VT Seva.

School Club

Detroit

May 30, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

The 𝐕𝐓𝐒 𝐂𝐥𝐮𝐛 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐏𝐥𝐲𝐦𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐲, 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐭, came together with incredible enthusiasm and heart to create 1,248 DAV flowers in support of Disabled American Veterans, and every single flower represents gratitude, respect, and kindness.

School Club

Detroit

May 18, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

Members from the IAE VTS Club came together to make friendship bracelets! These friendship bracelets will be sent to the kids in the Nethra Vidyalaya school in India! Each bracelet is a small symbol of friendship, kindness, and the reminder that someone, even from across the world, is thinking of them. In total, we were able to make 81 bracelets! We’re so proud to have been able to brighten the students’ day with something handmade and heartfelt.

School Club

Detroit

May 21, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

Troy High VTS made 63 bracelets for the children in the Nethra Vidyalaya village as a way to spread kindness and create a personal connection with the kids. Each bracelet was handmade and designed to make the children feel supported. This project not only brought joy to the children receiving the bracelets, but also encouraged creativity among the club members who participated.