Telugu Association of North Texas (TANTEX) was founded in 1986 as a non-profit, non-religious organization to maintain, preserve, and perpetuate the cultural heritage of Telugu speaking people of North Texas. Assist and promote cultural, educational, social, and community affairs of the Telugu speaking people in North Texas. Foster understanding between the Telugu speaking people and others in the community.Telugu Association of North Texas (TANTEX) governed by President and an Executive Committee elected from volunteer members for an annual term from January 1st to December 31st.