
The Hindu Association of Universiti Putra Malaysia (PHUPM) was established in 1975 by Mr. Manoharan. The first advisor of this association was YB Assoc Prof Dr. Amarthalinggam until 2002. The advisory role was then taken over by Prof. Dr. Paramasivam A/L Muthusamy (currently YBhg Prof Datuk Dr. Paramasivam A/L Muthusamy) until mid-2013. Subsequently, Assoc Prof. Dr. Siva Kumar took over as advisor until mid-2014. Currently, YBhg Prof Datuk Dr. Paramasivam A/L Muthusamy remains as the advisor of PHUPM from mid-2014 to the present.
The association was established to safeguard the welfare and interests of Indian students at UPM. Additionally, it aims to provide opportunities for Indian students at UPM to actively participate in programs related to academics, intellectual growth, Indian culture, Hindu spirituality, and volunteering. These programs aim to assist in personal development, provide project management experience, and serve the Indian community in Malaysia.
The Hindu Association of UPM also aims to protect the financial well-being of its members by providing various funds and conditional financial assistance under the PHUPM Trust Fund
To establish good relationships between the administration of the Hindu Association UPM and its members.
To promote unity among Indian students at Universiti Putra Malaysia.
To build a positive network among association members that will benefit their campus life.
To provide opportunities for Indian students at UPM to actively participate in programs related to academics, intellectual development, Indian culture, Hindu spirituality, and volunteering.
"To be an association that empowers Indian students at Universiti Putra Malaysia to be diligent in acquiring knowledge, highly motivated to improve their skills, and committed to building strong relationships with fellow students both inside and outside the university, as well as with the Indian community outside."
"To improve the quality of life for Indian students at Universiti Putra Malaysia in order to produce disciplined, independent generations who serve society."
National Level Higher Order Thinking Skills Competition (HOTS)
Putra Souq
Night with PHUPM
Temple Poojai
Putra Arts & Cultural Night (Muthamizh Sangamam)
Uthayam 2019 General Knowledge Quiz
Photoshop Workshop 2019
Putra Spiritual & Volunteering Program 1.0
Youth Empowerment Programme
Deepavali Night 2019
Laughter Therapy & Stress Management
Putra Spiritual & Volunteering Program 2.0
Spiritual Classes (Samayam Class)
Varallatrai Thedi Program
Mentor Mentee Program (Kalviyin Siragugal)
Inter-university Photography Competition
Thirumurai Recitation Competition
Chess Workshop
Inter-university Poetry Writing Competition (Kaaviya Thalaivan)
Updated:: 10/12/2025 [nureedayu]

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