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A Little Help for Dinakar’s Family

$17,573 of $25,000 goal
Given by 356 generous donors in 6 days

A fundraiser to bring Dinakar Tella home to Hyderabad and support his young child and grieving parents during this difficult time.

Auckland

💔 Help Us Bring Our Friend Home, and Support His Young Child and Grieving Parents

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of our dear friend, Dinakar Tella, in Auckland, New Zealand, due to cardiac arrest. He was a kind and hardworking person, a loving son, brother, and devoted father.

He leaves behind his 3-year-old child and a grieving family facing an unimaginable loss.

During this difficult time, his family is trying to bring him back home to Hyderabad, India, for his final rites. The cost of international repatriation, funeral arrangements, and immediate family support is significant.

We are raising funds to help cover:

• Transportation of his mortal remains to India

• Funeral and related expenses

• Immediate financial support for his young child and parents

We are aiming to raise approximately ($25,000 NZD) to support these urgent needs.

We kindly ask for your support—any contribution, no matter how small, will make a difference. If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this message to help us reach more people.

Let’s come together to support his family and ensure his child receives care and support during this incredibly difficult time.

🙏 Thank you for your kindness, prayers, and generosity.

— Friends of Dinakar Tella

📞 Contact:

Kranthi – 021 0239 6062

Ajeeth – 021 0229 2333

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Repatriation to India, funeral expenses, and immediate financial support for his young child and parents.

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This campaign started on 23 Mar 2026 and ends on 23 Apr 2026.