Singapore Indian Association

The Singapore Indian Association was established in 1923 with the objective of promoting the social, physical, intellectual, cultural and the general welfare of its members.

When it was formed, the association projected itself as a pan-Indian, rather than narrowly ethnic, language, religion, caste or region-based organization.

The association led by the Indian mercantile and professional elite, expanding its membership to include the emerging white collar middle classes as well.

In Singapore, voters, including Indians and other minorities, tended to support non race-based political parties like the PAP.

In keeping with its early political leanings, the foundation stone of the clubhouse was laid by Jawaharlal Nehru on 18 June 1950.