About
Paschima Kasi Vishwanatha Temple, Flint
Kasi Temple in Flint is the first Shiva temple in the mainland United States. The Paschima Kasi Sri Vishwantha Temple traces its roots to 1979, when a committed group of individuals organized to establish a temple in Flint. After four years of hard work, the Kasi Temple opened its doors. In the more than 30 years since, it has grown considerably, gaining members and hosting dozens of events and rituals annually.
Rooted in the Shiva Agama tradition, Paschima Kasi Sri Viswanatha Temple is a Hindu house of worship dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and human excellence by helping people bring the values of Hindu scripture into their everyday lives.
Mission Statement
The mission statement of Bharatiya Temple of Flint (DBA Paschima Kasi Sri Viswanath Temple) is to provide a place of Hindu worship based on the Shiva Agama tradition, while embracing the wider community in the spirit of inclusivity to foster spiritual and cultural heritage, human excellence, and the physical and mental well-being of communities of all faiths. The basic tenet of Hinduism is “the world is one family.” Therefore, the Kasi Temple of Flint has been founded based on the following objectives:
1. To provide a spiritual haven for devotees to connect with the divine in safe and secure environment.
2. To promote interfaith understanding and harmony.
3. To be a beacon of hope, peace, and spiritual guidance for all.
4. To design temple functions that nurture Hindu heritage and Sanatana Dharma among its members.
Board Members & Committees
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President: Dr. Jitendra Katneni
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Chairman: Padma Manchukonda
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Vice President: Peethambar Kartha
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Vice Chairman: Shreyas Patel
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Secretary: Vibha Sharma
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Joint Secretary: Anamika Aishwarya
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Treasurer: Shantaram Ekhande
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Joint Treasurer: Vibha Kaushal
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Director: Kavita Suryavanshi
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Ex Official/: Shreeavtar Rai
Advisory
Audit
Chair: Kirit Vyas
Liaison: Jitendra Katneni
Building
Chair: Dimple Shah
Liaison: Shantaram Ekhande
Cultural
Chair:
Liaison: Anamika Aishwarya
Fundraising
Chair: Ashoka Rao
Liaison: Shreyas Patel
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Garden
Chair: Shreeavtar Rai
Liaison: Kavita Suryavanshi
Immigration
Chair: Pressna Kartha
Liaison: Peethambar Kartha
Media and Communications
Joint Chairs: Anu & Mallik Mudigonda
Liaison: Padma Manchukonda
Kitchen
Chair: Pressna Kartha (Interim)
Liaison: Vibha Kaushal
Religion
Chair: Raji Sankaran
Liaison: Vibha Sharma