Association of Kannada Kootas of America
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NRI Kannadiga population in the United States | |
Area served | United States and Canada |
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Association of Kannada Kootas of America (
Dallas, TX
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Advocacy and opinion
At the recent conference in Edison, the
Putthige matha seer Sugunendrateertha Swamiji has praised AKKA for its efforts in maintaining the Kannada language in the American continent.[2] However, at the same conference, some Kannada artistes and litterateurs were unhappy with basic facilities provided. and criticized the organizers.[3] Following this reaction, the Government of Karnataka, which financially aids AKKA contemplated withdrawing aid.[4]
Split
In 2009, 7 founder members of AKKA and others decided to break away from the organization and formed the North America Vishwa Kannada Association.[5]
References
- ^ a b "About us". Association of Kannada Kootas of America. Archived from the original on 1 October 2011. Retrieved 20 September 2011.
- ^ "Take Pride to be Kannadiga, Says Puttige Seer at AKKA Convention". Daiji world. Retrieved 20 September 2011.
- ^ "Akka leaves delegates disappointed". Deccan Herald. 6 September 2010. Retrieved 20 September 2011.
- ^ "Government may stop funding AKKA". Deccan Herald. 29 September 2010. Archived from the original on 8 July 2012. Retrieved 20 September 2011.
- ^ "Kannada Kootas association splits in US". The Times of India. 31 March 2009. Archived from the original on 11 August 2011. Retrieved 7 September 2011.
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