I am indeed privileged to welcome you all to the webpage of North Malaysia Malayali Samajam (NMMS), the oldest registered Malayali association of Malaysia.

NMMS was formed in 1951, then known as North Peninsular Malaysia Kerala Samajam, to cater to the welfare, educational, cultural and social needs of the Malayalis residing in North Malaysian states of Perlis, Kedah, Northern Perak and Penang.

From a very humble beginning in 1951, today, the NMMS has grown to be one of the most active Indian organizations in the country having more than 1000 members. Sincere thanks to the members for their continuous support and the determination and untiring services rendered by the past leaders of our community.

Our contributions to the Malaysian society are recognized not only by the Malayalees but also by the state and federal leaders.

Our Samajam celebrates all major festivals of Malayalees, namely, Vishu, Easter, Awal Muharam, Idil Fitri, Christmas and the grand celebration being Onam, the harvest festival of Malayalees of all walks of life.

To foster the true Malaysian spirit of nationalism, peace and tolerance among members of various religious backgrounds, our Samajam, for the past 40 over years is celebrating Onam together with the Malaysian National day on 31st August. In addition to the social gatherings and charitable projects, we conduct Malayalam classes for members and children in various areas such as Alor Star, Bedong, Sg Petani, Kulim, Butterworth, Bukit Mertajam and Penang Island to preserve the Malayalam language in this country.

NMMS is an affiliate of All Malaysia Malayali Association (AMMA) – the umbrella body of all Malayali associations in Malaysia. Our Samajam is also actively involved in the Penang State Indian Cultural Co-ordinating Committee, Penang Amateur Athletics Association and the Penang State Consultative Goodwill Committee.

At present our Samajam has undertaken three major projects to upgrade the existing buildings and to create better environment for the members and well-wishers to gather and interact. They are:
1.    Restoration of the exiting Samajam Building at 213, Jln        Masjid Negeri Penang which is classified as a heritage         property.
2.     Buiding of a Hall behind the existing building at 213, Jln         Masjid Negeri, Penang.
3.   Renovation work for the Samajam House at Taman Bunga        Raya Sg.Petani.
 

Total cost for the above projects, are estimated in the region of RM 1.Million and after going through many options the management committee decided to hold a grand Lottery Draw under the distinguished patronage of Penang State Executive Councilor YB PK.Subbaiyah. The draw will be officially launched by the Honorable Chief Minister of Penang YAB Tan Sri Dr.Koh Tsu Koon on the 22nd of May 2005 at 4.00 pm at the Dewan Barkath, 21 Beach Street, Penang. I am very confident that all members and well-wishers of our Samajam will come forward and support us for the successful completion of the projects.

I sincerely hope that this Webpage of NMMS will provide most of the information needed not only to our members but also to all Malaysians and well-wishers residing all over the world. Time to time we will update you with latest happenings of our Samajam and at the same time we will be glad to receive your suggestions and ideas for further improvements.

Thank you for your visit and happy browsing.

Asok kumar G.Poduval
President.