The Kammas in the US have scheduled a meeting in Atlanta on September 23rd. The poster relating to this event is already in circulation.
The meeting is planned to take place at the Desana Middle School in Atlanta.
They have extended an invitation to anchor and singer Madhoo to serve as the host for the meeting.
The organizers are actively raising funds and mobilizing a significant number of people, showcasing their collective strength.
As stated by them, the purpose of the meeting is to foster a sense of pride in their Kamma identity and encourage a constructive role in social development.
Despite residing and working in a country without a caste system, they are focusing on this caste-based gathering.
One might wonder why they are convening based solely on caste, instead of a wholesome Telugu or Indian community.
The intent behind holding such isolated caste-specific meetings remains unclear. Could this gathering be in any way linked to the 2024 general elections scheduled in Andhra Pradesh?
Kamma communities around the world are currently uniting in anticipation of the upcoming general elections in Andhra Pradesh.
Their objective is to gain political influence within the state, as evidenced by their efforts to raise funds for the TDP in AP.
However, it's worth noting that back in Andhra Pradesh, the Kammas have been perceived as isolating themselves from other castes due to the overemphasis on caste fanaticism.
This trend was apparent in the 2019 general elections and seems poised to repeat in 2024.
At this juncture, it's crucial for the Kammas to move beyond their caste-based politics and integrate into the broader society.
While it's true that similar caste-based gatherings are common among other groups, it's important to consider that these gatherings can take place informally without the need for posters, banners, recorded speeches and whatsapp chats.
Otherwise, such caste-centric meetings might inadvertently become sources of irritation and ridicule for others.
