Hindi Samaaj

About Hindi Samaaj

Hindi Samaaj is a Sydney-based non-profit organization promoting Hindi through literary and cultural activities. Our objectives are:

• Be a secular, non-political and non-sectarian organization
• Promote appreciation and enjoyment of Hindi language, literature, and culture
• Conduct schools to enable learning of Hindi
• Propagate virtues of Hindi culture for posterity
• Bring unity among Hindi speaking people globally
• Provide social, cultural, and counseling opportunities to members
• Encourage bilingualism and cultural awareness among youth in Sydney

History & Timeline

Hindi Samaaj was founded in 1993 by Dr Srivastava and has grown to 1000 members. Key milestones include:

• 1993: Hindi Samaaj Founded
• 1994: Literary and cultural programs
• 1995: Flute recital by Pt. Hari Prasad Chaurasia
• 1996: Children's Hindi classes
• 1997: Event with actress Shabana Azmi
• 1998: TV presentations & Comic poetry events
• 1999: Yearly magazine CHETNA in Hindi
• 2000-2004: Classical music evenings, comedy plays, library start, University liaison

Mission & Core Values

• Encourage the use of Hindi language
• Promote appreciation and enjoyment of Hindi language, literature, and culture
• Contribute to the maintenance of Hindi as our mother tongue
• Promote positive attitude towards learning Hindi and bilingualism
• Foster cultural awareness and self-identity among youth
• Strengthen social and cultural networks in Sydney

Hindi School

Hindi Samaaj Girraween High School, founded in 2008 by Mr Dev Tripathi and Mrs Gunjan Tripathi, provides education in Hindi language and culture. Our staff includes:

• Mrs Gunjan Tripathi
• Mrs Richa Srivastava
• Mrs Madhu Dwivedi
• Mrs Nirupma Verma
• Mrs Minu Kalra

News & Events

Latest updates:

• New Office Bearers elected in 2010 AGM
• President: Mrs Gunjan Tripathi
• Vice President: Mrs Richa Srivastava
• Treasurer: Mrs Madhu Dwivedi
• Secretary: Mrs Nirupma Verma

We also offer employment and volunteer opportunities for those passionate about Hindi culture and education.

Contact Us

Hindi Samaaj Executives:

• President: Mrs Gunjan Tripathi | 0413 886 527 | gunjan@hindi.org.au
• Vice President: Mrs Richa Srivastava | 0402-289-467 | richasri11@gmail.com
• Secretary: Mrs Nirupma Verma | 0421-895-310 | nirupama.verma@gmail.com
• Treasurer: Mrs Madhu Dwivedi | 0421 047 215 | madhu.dwivedi@optusnet.com
• Public Officer: Mr. Pradeep Upadhyay | 0402-953-941 | pradeepuaus@gmail.com

Website: www.hindi.org.au

Email: info@hindi.org.au