The Association of Indians in America - New Jersey Chapter
AIA New Jersey Chapter
Welcome to the Association of Indians in America
A Group with an Impeccable Track Record and Dedicated to the Empowerment of the Indian American Community
AIA is the grass root national organization of Asian Immigrants in the United States, fostered on the democratic principles of “one member one vote”, with chapters and membership spread across the United States of America. AIA represents the hopes and aspirations of those Asian Indian immigrants who are united by their common bond of Indian Heritage and American Commitment.
The oldest and greatest networking and advocacy group for East Indians in America!
Diwali Celebration
at Guru Palace Banquet Hall
2215 US 1 South, North Brunswick NJ 08902
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 5pm-9pm
Food, open bar, games, dancing, and entertainment included all for only…
Your contributions help AIA NJ to do projects and events that help the Indian diaspora in the US advocate for rights, increase their public reputation and presence, political influence and well being in the overall community while also contributing to charities in the public interest
AIA NJ – The Original and Founding Chapter of AIA with a rich history of working for the Indian American community
Established in 1967, The Associations of Indians in America is the oldest organization of it's kind for Indians in America.
We have changed laws in the USA to favor Indians in America
We have helped professionally with our members future in this country by helping them make important connections;
We have networked extensively in business and in politics;
We have helped our children and our youth develop talents and promising careers;
We are a preeminent charity organization helping the Indian community in America.
A Glimpse of AIA
The Association of Indians in America Inc is the oldest National Association of Asian Indians in America. It was founded on August 20, 1967 after the United States Congress passed the 1965-1966 Immigration Act, repealing the Asian Exclusion Act of 1917. The constitution of the AIA was adopted in 1970 and was incorporated in 1971. AIA obtained the IRS Tax exempt status in 1973.
AIA is a grassroots national organization of Asian Immigrants in the United States, fostered in the democratic principles of “ one member one vote”, with chapters and membership spread across the United States of America. AIA represents the hopes and aspirations of those immigrants who are united by their common bond of ‘Indian Heritage and American Commitment’.
We have successfully completed 50 years growth of AIA making our Association the longest and oldest of its kind addressing the many diverse issues that affect our community and America at large.
Objectives of the Association:
To concern itself with the social welfare of the Asian Indians in the United States and to help them succeed in American life.
To facilitate involvement by the members of AIA and others in the development and progress of their adopted country and be involved in American community life through charitable, cultural and educational activities.
To bring in the next, and future generation of youth, empower them, and lead them to actively participate in Indian community objectives.
United Together and We Become an Important Force for the Indian Community in America
Highlights of AIA achievements:
Reclassification of immigrants for South Asian Countries as Asian Pacific American
Minority status to the immigrants of South Asian Americans for civil rights purposes in 1970
Separate enumeration of Asian Indians for the first time in the US census as an independent category in 1980
Representation before Congressional committees to testify for family reunification provision in the immigration bill.
Represented at the federal, state and local levels of governments, in cases of bias or discrimination against the Asian Indians.
Represented on Foreign Medical Graduates Committee of AMA, effectively addressing the issues of discrimination in recognition and licensing of Indian physicians.
Relief work for natural disasters around the world.
Project India which is an ongoing commitment of AIA, has channeled more than 25 million dollars to fund and equip relief work in India
Voter registration drive
Food distribution for the poor and homeless
Seminars on subjects of Indo- American interests
Youth talent Awards
National honor awards, to individuals in recognition of contributions to Arts and letters and to a greater understanding between the peoples of India and America.
Celebration of festivities such as Diwali, and national events of both India and America for mutual understanding between the communities.
An Exemplary History for Recognition:
The association of Indians in America, the oldest National Association of Asian Indians in America, was founded in New Jersey on August 20th 1967.
AIA continues to recognize people with exceptional qualities. We have organized national honor awards for people who have excelled in their respective fields in medicine, business, science, technology, education, and others. To name a few, we have honored people including Zubin Mehta, Coretta Scott King, Amartya Sen, Dr. Norman E. Borlaug and Dr. Naresh Trehan. We are proud that five of our honorees have received the Nobel Prize.
The Association is the connecting link between Indian Americans and the American ideal and has focused it’s efforts to:
To concern itself with a social welfare of the Asian Indians in the United States, and to help them succeed in America
To facilitate the participation by the members of AIA and others in the development and progress of India and to facilitate involvement of the members in the American community through charitable, cultural and educational activities.
Image: AIA members with Manoranjan Dutta, Kanak Dutta and Chivukula
AIA New Jersey Chapter
Welcome to the Association of Indians in America
A Group with an Impeccable Track Record and Dedicated to the Empowerment of the Indian American Community
AIA is the grass root national organization of Asian Immigrants in the United States, fostered on the democratic principles of “one member one vote”, with chapters and membership spread across the United States of America. AIA represents the hopes and aspirations of those Asian Indian immigrants who are united by their common bond of Indian Heritage and American Commitment.
The oldest and greatest networking and advocacy group for East Indians in America!
Diwali Celebration
at Guru Palace Banquet Hall
2215 US 1 South, North Brunswick NJ 08902
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 5pm-9pm
Food, open bar, games, dancing, and entertainment included all for only…
$80/per person
Special price for couples: 2 Tickets = $150
Children under 10 are free
Get tickets at
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HALF PAGE: $300
QUARTER PAGE: $150
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Your contributions help AIA NJ to do projects and events that help the Indian diaspora in the US advocate for rights, increase their public reputation and presence, political influence and well being in the overall community while also contributing to charities in the public interest
AIA NJ – The Original and Founding Chapter of AIA with a rich history of working for the Indian American community
A Glimpse of AIA
The Association of Indians in America Inc is the oldest National Association of Asian Indians in America. It was founded on August 20, 1967 after the United States Congress passed the 1965-1966 Immigration Act, repealing the Asian Exclusion Act of 1917. The constitution of the AIA was adopted in 1970 and was incorporated in 1971. AIA obtained the IRS Tax exempt status in 1973.
AIA is a grassroots national organization of Asian Immigrants in the United States, fostered in the democratic principles of “ one member one vote”, with chapters and membership spread across the United States of America. AIA represents the hopes and aspirations of those immigrants who are united by their common bond of ‘Indian Heritage and American Commitment’.
We have successfully completed 50 years growth of AIA making our Association the longest and oldest of its kind addressing the many diverse issues that affect our community and America at large.
Objectives of the Association:
To concern itself with the social welfare of the Asian Indians in the United States and to help them succeed in American life.
To facilitate involvement by the members of AIA and others in the development and progress of their adopted country and be involved in American community life through charitable, cultural and educational activities.
To bring in the next, and future generation of youth, empower them, and lead them to actively participate in Indian community objectives.
United Together and We Become an Important Force for the Indian Community in America
Highlights of AIA achievements:
An Exemplary History for Recognition:
The association of Indians in America, the oldest National Association of Asian Indians in America, was founded in New Jersey on August 20th 1967.
AIA continues to recognize people with exceptional qualities. We have organized national honor awards for people who have excelled in their respective fields in medicine, business, science, technology, education, and others. To name a few, we have honored people including Zubin Mehta, Coretta Scott King, Amartya Sen, Dr. Norman E. Borlaug and Dr. Naresh Trehan. We are proud that five of our honorees have received the Nobel Prize.
The Association is the connecting link between Indian Americans and the American ideal and has focused it’s efforts to:
Image: AIA members with Manoranjan Dutta, Kanak Dutta and Chivukula
AIA NJ Executive Committee:
PRESIDENT – Ram Tirumala
VICE PRESIDENT
Kaushik Swaminathan
SECRETARY
Madhu Shakelli
TREASURER
Aridaman Jain
Board Members:
Upendra Chivukula
Madhav Phatke
Nalini Shah
Neena Sarin
Rao Andavolu
Anita Kaur
Harjit Singh
Advisor: Dr. Roshan Chaddha – founding member
Advisor: Uma Swaminathan – founding member and Vice President National Chapter