Our association goes back many years and has made valuable contributions to the New Zealand society. We are proud of our dual heritage and responsibilities. We have a resident historian who is charged with ensuring that we do not forget.
The Wellington Indian Association commenced with 64 founding members with a consolidated fund of 73 pounds 18 shillings and 6 pence. It became the financial base of the constitution. Membership subscription was 2 shilling 6 pence a month.
On 1st March 1925, the first president of the newly formed organization was Ravjibhai Hira. At this time there was no meeting place.
W.I.A. made history when the foundation stone of Bharat Bhavan Tasman Street was laid by Gandabhai Nagar. Then on 5th of April 1958 Mayor F.J. Kitts officially opened the hall.
When the premises became too small to cater for the large functions, 48 Kemp Street Kilbirnie was bought. Her Excellency Dame Catherine Tizard opened Bharat Bhavan Kemp Street on 14th June 1992. |
