Scottish Hindu Foundation

The National Body For Hindus In Scotland

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

We are proud to launch the #ScottishHindu Manifesto ahead of the #ScottishGeneralElection a document reflecting the voices, aspirations for #Scotland. A Dharmic roadmap for a prosperous Scotland.
Key priorities include Ai, Business and Police & Community.
https://t.co/S3cxRvkOen

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

A thought-provoking day with @scot_2050 discussing the future of our nation. It was encouraging to hear ideas on long-term prosperity, innovation, and open minds to the potential of a Scottish Wealth Fund. We were pleased to raise the importance of engaging communities and voices beyond the traditional policy channels. #Scotland2050 #FutureScotland

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

@SimitaSKumar It was great to watch. 🙏🏽

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

Scotland’s International Yoga Day is for everyone.

Whether you’ve never tried yoga before, practice every week, or are simply curious to experience something new this day is for you.

Join us for a full day celebrating authentic yoga, wellbeing, movement, breathwork, mindfulness, and community in a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere.

✨ Yoga sessions for all levels
✨ Wellbeing activities
✨ Family-friendly environment
✨ Yoga Challenge
✨ Stalls, culture, food & more

We believe yoga is more than exercise — it’s a way to reconnect with yourself, find balance, and build community.

Tickets are just £5 for full-day access, and children under 12 go FREE.

Come with friends, family, or on your own everyone is welcome.

📍 Scotland’s International Yoga Day
🎟 Tickets available now at https://t.co/U9ADY1BpCw
Or Find it on Eventbrite.

#Scotland #Yoga #ScotlandYogaDay #Wellbeing #Health #Fitness

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

What a day of twists and turns. #ScottishElections for the moment are done. Hearty congratulations to all the candidates, true to Scotland we play by the #Highlander Rules: There can be only one [Winner].

Commiserations to all the wonderful candidates who stood for all those who had the fortune to meet through the #Chai and #Hustings thank you again for your presence. For a community that is often invisible it was nice to be seen and heard.

For the Class of 26, @theSNP @scotlibdems @ScotTories @ScottishLabour @scottishgreens @reformparty_uk we look forward to meeting and working with you all for a better, healthier and wealthier #Scotland.

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

@IndyDenise26 Its commendable and a brave thing.

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

Huge congrats to @agcolehamilton on your re-election as MSP! 👏
​It was great to see the @scotlibdems leading the way by formally adding Hinduphobia to the manifesto following the Edinburgh hustings. A vital step for inclusion and standing against all forms of hate. Look forward to continuing the work in the new parliament.

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

Congratulations to @BenMacpherson on winning Edinburgh North Eastern and Leith! Always appreciate your warmth, openness, and willingness to engage with communities across Edinburgh. We look forward to welcoming you to the Mandir soon for chai and conversation with the community. 🙏🏽

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

Big congratulations to #KirstenOswald MSP @theSNP on winning Eastwood! Thank you for taking the time to listen, engage, and stand with the Hindu community, especially in speaking up on Hinduphobia and other local issues. Here’s to continuing the dialogue, building friendships and delievering for Eastwood. 🙏🏽

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

Congratulations to @StephenFlynnSNP on your success in Aberdeen Deeside and North Kincardine. Here’s to many more conversations, cups of chai, and working together for stronger communities. 🙏🏽

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

Congratulations to First Minister @JohnSwinney on this victory and leadership for Scotland. Thank you for your openness and recent commitment to engaging with community on issues like Hinduphobia across the country. Looking forward to many more conversations in the years ahead. 🙏🏽

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

Congratulations to @jackmiddleton95 on winning Aberdeen Central. Wishing you every success as you begin this new chapter of public service. 🙏🏽

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

Today, we are proud to launch the Scottish Hindu Foundation #Substack

A space for deeper reflection, community stories, civic participation, youth voices, and Hindu perspectives on public life in Scotland.

Over the past few years, the community has shown that democracy thrives when people participate with sincerity, dignity, and purpose. This platform will help continue those conversations beyond headlines and algorithms.

More than our newsletter, this will be a growing archive of a community thoughts and feelings with deeper introspection.

Subscribe and join us on the journey.

#ScottishHindus #DharmocracyWorks #Scotland #Contemplation

https://t.co/wM7fMu0yj4

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

Congratulations @HeatherSNP looking forward to many more cups of chai, thoughtful conversations, and working together in the spirit of community and public service. #DundeeWest #Chai #Hustings🙏🏽

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

We extend our thanks to Scotland’s @ScotGovFM for formally acknowledging Hinduphobia and recognising the work of the Scottish Hindu Foundation in bringing community voice to the forefront.

This moment is the result of a sustained, three year effort driven by volunteers across the country, individuals who gave their time, energy, and conviction to ensure the Hindu community was heard with clarity and dignity.

Through initiatives such as the Chai & Hustings series, we created space for meaningful dialogue between elected representatives political candidates and the community, demonstrating that democracy is strongest when participation is active and consistent.

This acknowledgement matters. It sets a clear precedent within public discourse and strengthens the foundation for progress across education, workplace inclusion, and community representation, while resonating with Hindus beyond Scotland as well.

Scotland is an inclusive nation, and our Scotland must continue to be one where Hindus feel safe, respected, and able to thrive. There is more to be done, but this is a significant step in the right direction.

We also extend our appreciation to Kirsten Oswald MSP for her role in helping bring this recognition forward.

#CivicEngagement #Scotland #ChaiAndHustings #Equality
#ScottishHindus

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

@naomi2009 Aye, thats the North. 😅

[Scottish Hindu Foundation @ScotHinduFdn]

The final hustings of our Dharmocracy Works series took place on 1st May at East Calder Bowling Club marking the 15th and concluding event in a nationwide effort to amplify constituent voices.

What started with the launch of the #ScottishHindu Manifesto and the first husting in East Dunbartonshire, Brought together the final candidates the session gave local residents and the Hindu community a direct platform to question those seeking to represent them.

The candidates brought an honest candour to topics such as policy and inclusive governance, signalling openness to deeper engagement with SHF and wider Scottish Hindu community. Discussions spanned key local issues school capacity, GP access, and infrastructure alongside critical concerns for the Hindu community, including Hinduphobia, representation, and effective crime reporting and policing.

Overall, the discussion was constructive, engaged, and reflective of both local priorities and community-specific concerns.

A strong conclusion to the Dharmocracy Works journey, come 7th of May we wish all the candidates who took part in our Chai and Hustings the best of luck for all their future endeavours.

#ChaiAndHustings #CivicEngagement #Scotland #CommunityVoice