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About Our Association

The **Visakhapatnam Caterers Association (VCA)** is the premier representative body of catering professionals, hoteliers, and food service providers in Vizag. Formed to unite and empower local businesses, we advocate for ethical standards, safety policies, and the collective welfare of the catering community.

VCA is proud to be officially federated under the **Caterers Association Federation of Andhra Pradesh (CAFAP)**, Registered No. **158/2020**, leading Andhra Pradesh's efforts to standardize and professionalize the hospitality fraternity.

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VCA Mission Statement

"Together we serve, together we grow. To unify, standardise and protect the interests of catering professionals while serving culinary excellence across Visakhapatnam."

Why Join Visakhapatnam Caterers Association?

VCA offers comprehensive benefits to support the growth, safety, and operational credibility of your catering business.

Licensing & Permits Aid

We assist members with FSSAI registration guidelines, trade licenses, pollution control board filings, and GST certifications to ensure complete compliance.

Welfare & Support Programs

Access collective staff insurance, safety training workshops, and financial welfare pools to support your crew during operational accidents or emergencies.

Business & Networking

Participate in our annual catering exhibitions, supplier meets, and business seminars. Direct listings in our directory connect you with bulk ingredient dealers.

Founding Members

The visionary founders who established the foundations of the Visakhapatnam Caterers Association.

A. Ramachandra Rao

Founding Member

RCR Caterers

V. Manmadha Gupta

Founding Member

Manikanta Caterers

Dasaradh Cherukuri

Founding Member

Amrutham Premium Caterers,
Padma Caterers

Governing Body (2026 - 2027)

The executive leadership panel administering VCA operations and standards.

Dasaradh Cherukuri

Chairperson

Amrutham Premium Caterers,
Padma Caterers

M. Ramana Babu (Nani)

President

Nani Caterers & Events

G. Srinivas

Vice President

Srinivasa Catering

G. Aniel Kumar

General Secretary

Hanuma Catering

Joint Secretaries
Ch. Mangaraju
Srinivas Catering

Praveen K.
Nookambika Caterers
Treasurer
A. Sridhar
Mahalakshmi Caterers
Joint Treasurers
B. S. Prakash
Vasavi Caterers

Shafi
Delicacies Caterers
Membership Committee
Ravichandra (SDC Caterers)
Ch. Govind (Balaji Caterers)
Balaram (Sriram Caterers)

Executive Committee Members

Dedicated committee members active in supporting key organizational tasks and community welfare.

D. Chandra Sekhar

Chandu Caterers

G. Chandra Sekhar

Sri Sai Sampath Caterers

T. Ramesh

Tanuja Caterers

M. Ramana

Tanusha Caterers

Mahankali

Lakshmi Balaji Caterers

Naidu

KSN Caterers

Trupthi Naidu

Trupti Catering

D. Ramana Babu

Kumari Caterers

K. Shankar Prasad

SKML Caterers

P. Laxman

GSR Catering