Hindu American Foundation

06/07/2026

Wikipedia is often the first thing people see when they look you up. And because it markets itself as a neutral, crowdsourced source of knowledge, most people assume what's written there is factual, balanced, and trustworthy.
But reality is far from it. The recent NPOV investigation raised serious questions about how a small group of anonymous editors helped shape perceptions of HAF for years—while basic facts remained wrong and disputed labels remained in place.

That's the power of public perception. When something appears on Wikipedia, people don't just read it; they believe it.
And that's exactly why getting the story right matters.
Watch this clip from HAF Reacts as our team discusses what happens when a public narrative takes on a life of its own 👉 https://f.mtr.cool/rdiyaozagn

06/06/2026

Yes, you can be Hindu and be white.

This new episode of That's So Hindu is a refreshing, fun, and unexpectedly candid conversation about what it looks like when people discover Hindu Dharma outside of family background or cultural inheritance.

HAF's Sangeetha Shankar sits down with HAF’s Devala Gupta, Easan Katir, Mat McDermott, and Fred Stella to talk about their journeys into Hindu Dharmas, how it began, how it evolved, and what their day-to-day spiritual practice looks like now. It’s honest, light-hearted at moments, and full of the kinds of personal stories you don’t usually hear in more formal discussions of faith.

Tune into this heartfelt conversation now 👉 https://f.mtr.cool/wkkoubdpdf

06/06/2026

One question we've heard since investigation into the defacing and distortion of HAF's page is: "Why don't you just go in and edit the page?"

If only it were that simple. Wikipedia doesn't work the way most people think it does. The NPOV investigation revealed that a small group of anonymous editors exercised extraordinary influence over HAF's page for years, repeatedly pushing content and narratives that rendered the organization increasingly unrecognizable from who we actually are.

What many assumed were isolated edits turned out to be something far more persistent: a years-long pattern of distortion. This was never about just our Wikipedia page. It was about how narratives are constructed, who gets to construct them, and what happens when a few anonymous actors are allowed to influence an organization's public identity for years.

You don't want to miss this very important episode 👉 https://f.mtr.cool/wmzqeiruor

06/06/2026

PRESS STATEMENT| Big win for constitutional fairness in New York!

The proposed caste bills (S.6531 and A.6920) did not advance in the state legislature, marking another important moment in a multi-year effort to ensure civil rights protections remain rooted in equal treatment and constitutional principles.
This outcome reflects five years of sustained HAF-led educational, legal, and grassroots advocacy, in collaboration with coalition partners, legal experts, and community members across the country.

New York is the sixth state to introduce similar legislation. To date, none of these bills have passed, underscoring the impact of sustained outreach and engagement. We especially want to thank Assemblymember Jenifer Rajkumar for her tireless direct outreach to fellow legislators and committee members on behalf of our community.

Read more:

New York policymakers have protected the constitutional promise of equal protection and turned away a policy that would have effectively institutionalized ethnic profiling against a minority community

06/05/2026

Vienna 1938, a man from Punjab was recovering from surgery. He didn't have to do anything. He was just passing through. But when Kundanlal befriended Lucy and Alfred Wachsler, a young Jewish couple expecting their first child, and heard what was happening to Jewish families around them, he couldn't look away. He sponsored them. Built them homes. Gave them jobs. Saved six families from the N***s. History almost never knew his name.

Last week, HAF and AJC Northern California brought his story to the Bay Area, and the room was speechless. The incredible story highlighted the journey of Gupta's grandfather, Kundanlal, who rescued several Jewish families from the N***s in Vienna.

Vinay Gupta's A Rescue in Vienna is the book that makes sure Kundanlal is never forgotten.
📖 Get your copy: https://f.mtr.cool/hklirihsjm

06/05/2026

For years, we’ve watched HAF’s page get steadily distorted and reshaped in ways that left our organization barely recognizable.

A new investigation by and journalist now pulls back the curtain on what appears to be a coordinated effort by a small group of editors who, according to the report, drove the vast majority of content on the page and repeatedly pushed a one-sided narrative.
The findings also raise serious questions about conflicts of interest, editorial behavior, and how easily bias can shape what millions of people read as “fact.”

And this goes far beyond just our HAF. Wikipedia is one of the most influential information sources in the world, shaping search results, journalism, and public understanding at scale.
In this video, HAF Executive Director Suhag Shukla and Managing Director Raj Rao respond to the investigation and explain why this moment matters for transparency, accountability, and trust online. We’re holding them accountable.

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06/05/2026

PRESS STATEMENT| A new investigative report by raises serious questions about how the Hindu American Foundation's Wikipedia page was edited over several years.

According to the report, a small group of editors played an outsized role in shaping the page's content, suppressing corrections, and amplifying the perspectives of HAF's critics. The investigation also details connections between some of these editors and organizations or individuals opposed to HAF.

Wikipedia is one of the world's most trusted sources of information. If a handful of ideologically motivated editors can dominate the narrative around a public-interest organization while sidelining competing viewpoints, it raises concerns that extend far beyond HAF.

Read HAF's statement and the full report to learn more.

06/05/2026

A new investigative report by raises serious questions about how the Hindu American Foundation's Wikipedia page was edited over several years.

According to the report, a small group of editors played an outsized role in shaping the page's content, suppressing corrections, and amplifying the perspectives of HAF's critics. The investigation also details connections between some of these editors and organizations or individuals opposed to HAF.

Wikipedia is one of the world's most trusted sources of information. If a handful of ideologically motivated editors can dominate the narrative around a public-interest organization while sidelining competing viewpoints, it raises concerns that extend far beyond HAF.

Read HAF's statement and the full report to learn more.

06/05/2026

What’s in a word? More than we often realize.

As we continue , we’re building a clearer understanding of Hindu Dharmas, moving from broad assumptions to deeper, more thoughtful questions about meaning, language, and interpretation.

From how Hindu Dharmas are described in general conversation, to how it is often simplified in translation, to how Sanskrit terms are rendered in ways that can lose important nuance, language plays a powerful role in shaping understanding.

That is exactly why we created “What’s in a Word?”
In this series, HAF’s Samir Kalra, Esq., and Dr. Vijay Satnarine explore commonly used translations and what they reveal, and sometimes leave out.
This episode is about the word: WORSHIP.

Because understanding begins with asking what our words are really doing. Pass this along to someone who values deeper conversations about culture, language, and tradition.

06/03/2026

Yoga is perhaps India’s greatest gift to the world.

Over the years, millions have embraced yoga for better physical health, flexibility, and stress management. Yet yoga was never meant to be only exercise. At its heart lies a rich philosophy that invites us to slow down, look inward, and cultivate a deeper connection with ourselves and the world around us.

This International Yoga Day, several community organizations are coming together to celebrate both the practice and the deeper traditions of yoga.

Join us for a morning of practicing & understanding Yoga and spirituality.

Saturday, June 20, 2026
8:30am – 11:00am

Kulture Kool South Asian Cultural Center
225 Highland Cross, Rutherford, NJ 07070

Free Event | All Ages Welcome

Schedule

8:30am
Separate yoga sessions for families, adults, and children

10:00am
Screening of the short film Namaste Yoga followed by a live Zoom conversation with director Ravi Chand from Australia

11:00am
Healthy satvik brunch and community gathering

Whether you are a long-time practitioner or simply curious to learn more, we hope you’ll join us as we celebrate a tradition that continues to enrich lives across the globe.

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