THE COUNCIL

Our Mission

The HCK would like to bring together all organizations representing various Hindu sects domiciled in Kenya and work towards strengthening Hindu culture and propagate the Hindu way of living which is based on the principles of tolerance and peaceful coexistence.

Our Vision

The Hindu Council of Kenya was set up in 1971 as an umbrella organization with the sole intention of bringing together various Hindu denominations domiciled in Kenya. It has various branches across the country to help Hindus living in their respective regions. It aims to realize Hindu Unity, serve the needs and interests of the Hindu community and inform issues relating to Hindus to the government at large.

Our Objectives

  1. To articulate issues that concern Hindus at the local, state and national levels in Kenya.
  2. To negotiate matters relating to Hindu culture and religion with the government at all levels and also with other organizations and associations in the country.
  3. To organize functions and festivals promoting Hindu culture and religion to foster cooperation among the participating organizations.
  4. To act as a non-political, non-sectarian, non-profit organization to promote legitimate social, cultural, educational and religious needs of Hindus in Kenya.
  5. To support the establishment of any charitable institution for the benefit of Hindus and other communities.
  6. To function as an information source for schools and the general community concerning Hindu philosophy, culture and religion, in short to promote Hindu Religious Education.
  7. To print and publish books, leaflets to promote the activities of the Hindu Council.
  8. To arrange seminars, conventions and conferences to promote better understanding of Hindu culture and religion.
  9. To help members of the Hindu community in all matters.
  10. Represent the Hindu community at official functions such as Kenyan National Day.
  11. Liaise with the media to project the Hindu community correctly.
  12. To present a unified Hindu viewpoint on various current social issues relevant to Kenya.
  13. To organize conferences, symposia etc nationally and overseas and to represent such meetings on behalf of local associations.