Mission Statement
We keep the cultural and religious traditions of the Hindu Community
alive and pass them on to future generations. We come together to
celebrate the major festivals,
and organise excursions to places of interest in the UK and abroad.
We participate in similar events arranged by related organisations.
We support the practice of Indian music and dance and also invite
outside artists to perform at our gatherings.
We promote Hindu values to the wider Blackburn community, invite
members of other communities to our functions, and work in bodies
designed to foster good community relations in Blackburn with Darwen.
We represent the Hindu community at public events.
We help with the welfare of our members.
History
It all started with a small group of people who felt that an association
should be set up to meet the needs of the Hindu community in the early
seventies. Then in April 1973 a general meeting was called and Blackburn
Hindu Centre was set up with a constitution and an executive
committee.
In the mid seventies to the mid eighties we had up to 450 Hindu
families living in Blackburn and Darwen but due to economic
reasons many families migrated down south for better opportunities
hence reducing the number to just under 100 families at present.
However, as the years went by, the BHC firmly established itself
with the public, private and voluntary sector organisations and
earned its respect particularly in dealing with issues relating
to the Hindu community as it proved a major contributor to promote
and share Hindu culture, tradition and social etiquette with the
indigenous population.
Affiliations
The BHC is proud to be affiliated with the following organisations;
we recognise, and appreciate their continuous support.
1. Blackburn with Darwen
Borough Council
2. The Heritage Forum
3. Blackburn Racial Equality Council
4. Ethnic Minority Development Association
5. Bangor Street Community Association
6. Blackburn with Darwen Arts Council
7. Gujarat Hindu Society - Preston
8. Hindu Council of North (UK)
9. Council for Voluntary Services
10. The Women's Centre
11. Blackburn With Darwen Interfaith Council
12. Blackburn With Darwen Indian Association
