Preserving Malayali Hindu Culture.

AHAM (Austin Hindu Association for Malayalis) is a nonprofit community organization created to nurture our Hindu faith, Malayali culture, and Sanatana Dharma values.

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AHAM/KHNA

Aattukal Pongala 2026

Join us in observing the sacred Aattukal Pongala, a powerful women-centric devotional ritual honoring Goddess Bhagavathy, where thousands of hearts unite in prayer, gratitude, and surrender.

**Only for Registered AHAM/KHNA Members**

March 1, 2026

7:00 AM – 11:00 AM

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AHAM/KHNA

Aattukal Pongala 2026

Join us in observing the sacred Aattukal Pongala, a powerful women-centric devotional ritual honoring Goddess Bhagavathy, where thousands of hearts unite in prayer, gratitude, and surrender.

**Only for Registered AHAM/KHNA Members**

March 1, 2026

7:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Register

Our Story

Kerala's heritage and Hindu traditions for Malayali families in Austin

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Become part of a vibrant community that celebrates Malayali culture and Hindu values.

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Programs designed to connect young people with their cultural roots and spiritual heritage.

The idea

Who We Are

Our Mission

A strong and united Malayali Hindu community in Austin where our faith, values, and traditions thrive across generations.

Our Community in Action

Celebrating traditions, building connections, and nurturing growth together. Creating a space for families to learn, share, and grow together.

Our Core Value

Dharma: Living by righteous principles and ethical conduct in all aspects of life.

Our Mission

A strong and united Malayali Hindu community in Austin where our faith, values, and traditions thrive across generations.

Our Community in Action

Celebrating traditions, building connections, and nurturing growth together. Creating a space for families to learn, share, and grow together.

Our Core Value

Dharma: Living by righteous principles and ethical conduct in all aspects of life.

Our Mission

A strong and united Malayali Hindu community in Austin where our faith, values, and traditions thrive across generations.

Our Community in Action

Celebrating traditions, building connections, and nurturing growth together. Creating a space for families to learn, share, and grow together.

Our Core Value

Dharma: Living by righteous principles and ethical conduct in all aspects of life.

The Team

Board Members

Dilip Madhavan

Dilip Madhavan

Sivaprasad Padmanabhan

Sivaprasad Padmanabhan

Dr. Arathi Shah Nair

Dr. Arathi Shah Nair

Anu Rajendran

Anu Rajendran

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