Message from the HOD

"The Department of Telugu is committed to promoting Telugu language, literature, and culture, combining classical and modern works to enrich students’ knowledge and personality. Through initiatives like the Harivillu Club, students engage in poetry, drama, storytelling, and cultural programs, which enhance creativity, confidence, leadership and foster a lasting appreciation for Telugu heritage and traditions."

– Dr. Lingala Mangamma

Overview

Deshabhashalandu Telugu lessa (Telugu is the greatest of all the languages in the country.) The Department of Telugu in St. Francis College for Women, began in 1959. The Department of Telugu is dedicated to the study and promotion of the Telugu language, literature, culture, and history. Telugu, one of the classical languages of India, is spoken predominantly in the states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana and holds a rich literary and cultural heritage.

: telugu@sfc.ac.in

Vision and Mission

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VISION

To uphold the motto of “Desha Bhashalandu Telugu Lessa” within the evolving trends and nuances of the Telugu Language. To preserve, promote, and propagate the rich linguistic and literary heritage of the Telugu language.

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MISSION

The Department will enable Students to become:
Articulate and confident in intellectually competent in developing critical perspectives Telugu Language.
Ambassadors of the Telugu Language, Culture and Oral Traditions.
Morally upright with strong core values.

Syllabus

Telugu Syllabus

FACULTY

HOD

Dr. Lingala Mangamma

Asst.Professor

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Best Practices Adopted by the Department

SDG Goals: 4 , 5, 8, 11, 16, 17

Quality Education

Free, equitable quality education: Supports equitable, quality education through linguistic and cultural inclusivity, especially in regional language development. Skills for employment and entrepreneurship: To nurture research, creativity, and analytical skills among students through the study of classical and modern Telugu texts.

Skills for Employment and Entrepreneurship

To nurture research, creativity, and analytical skills among students through the study of classical and modern Telugu texts.

Education for Sustainable Development and Cultural Awareness

To preserve and disseminate local knowledge systems and oral traditions, making them part of formal and informal learning.

Encourages Lifelong Learning and Literacy

Promotes reading, writing, and oration among students with Telugu Literary Club.

Gender Equality

Encourages critical thinking on gender roles.

Empowers students to recognize and challenge discrimination.

Promotes inclusive narratives in academia and culture.

Provides role models and historical context for gender reform in Telugu society.

On Social Inequalities

Discussion on social equality through Dalit Literature and writings by women writers (ex: *Gudisalu Kalipotunnayi* lesson).

Decent Work and Economic Growth

Development of leadership skills in students.

Development of skills through clubs, plays, and debates.

Student Achievements

RNo	Name	Competition	Date	Link
121302401001	Uma Mahesh	National Orator Challenge - Winner	February 2024

Photo	RNo	Name	Competition	Date	Link
	2222225555	Ms. P.V.S. Lakshmi	National Orator Challenge - Winner	February 2021

Activities

Academic year : 2025–2026

Harivillu Club

HARIVILLU club is the Telugu club of St. Francis College for women established in year 2010. It is the literary and cultural club of Telugu. Every year the club organizes many literary and cultural activities in Telugu to inculcate and cultivate the local traditions among students. The Telugu day is celebrated every year and the club releases an annual literary magazine HRUDAYA SANDESHAM and News letter KADAMBAM.

Harivillu

St. Francis College

Telugu Department