Executive Summary:

Telugus have a rich history of migration since the time they were first mentioned in Aitreya Brahmama. While we often read about stories of their post-colonial emigration experiences, it is equally important to give deserved attention to the pre-colonial and colonial migratory patterns of Telugus. Never in the past, has there been an exclusive volume devoted to the understanding of the dynamics of emigration of Telugus. The proposed edited volume is an attempt towards bringing together a series of articles on Telugu Diaspora with focus on all three migratory patterns.

Outline of the book:

The volume would begin with a comprehensive introduction to Indian Diaspora followed by an exclusive article on Telugu Diaspora. A total of 10 articles from accomplished scholars on Telugu Diaspora would present their findings and share their perspectives. Since we are trying to make this volume a reader, useful to a cross-section of readers, we plan to devote a section at the end on providing lists of various Telugu organizations overseas. An exhaustive list of references, maps, pictures etc., would be attempted to make the volume informative. The volume would focus on Telugu Diaspora in Mauritius, Malaysia, South Africa, the United States and the United Kingdom, and, it would contain a minimum of ten articles.

Request for Donors:

we are looking for donors who can associate with us in sharing the cost of author fees. At this stage we are thinking of paying $75-$100 per article. I, on the behalf of Diaspora Foundation, request you to associate with our dream project either by direct monetary contribution for one or more than one author OR by forwarding this proposal to like-minded individuals or possible donors.  

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Stage II: Encyclopedia of Overseas Telugus (under preparation)