Overview
 The South Asians living here, mostly from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Sri Lanka, now include over 3000 families, excluding students, and are quite diverse. They are multiethnic, multilingual, and multi-religious. They are widely scattered all over the six counties in and around Pittsburgh. The majority of the South Asian families are from India. They are mostly professionals (physicians and surgeons, industrial researchers, management professionals, and university teachers) and entrepreneurs (IT, high technology, and traditional manufacturing).
 The South Asians started arriving in the United States (including Southwestern Pennsylvania) since the mid 1960s as university students, post-docs, and healthcare professionals. After their studies and internships, many decided to settle down here.The major national groups from South Asia have organized and active community associations.
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General Information
Pittsburgh Forum on Buddhism
Phone: 412-381-7901
Sri Shirdi Sai Baba Temple
The purpose of the Temple is to usher Joy, Prosperity, and Global Harmony through Religious Services and Prayers, and propagate the wisdom of the Veda. 1449 Abers Creek Road
Monroeville, PA 15146
Phone: 412-823-1296
http://www.baba.org/ North America (NetIP)
NetIP Pittsburgh is a non-profit organization and a chapter of The Network of Indian Professionals of North America (NetIP). The organization is dedicated to the overall achievement and advancement of South Asian professionals. NetIP primarily focus is to help South Asian professionals in the communities in which they live and work via:
* Political Awareness
* Cultural Awareness
* Community Service
* Professional Development
Over the years, the NetIP has become a leading international organization for professionals – one that has been recognized by political, civic, and community leaders around the country. It has become the unequivocal voice for an emerging group of South Asians that are excelling in every aspect of society. For more information visit the NetIP Pittsburgh Site http://netip-pittsburgh.org/
Sri Venkateswara Temple (S.V. Temple)
Located in Penn Hills, an eastern suburb of Pittsburgh. It is one of the earliest Hindu temples to be built in the United States. 1230 South McCully Drive
Pittsburgh, PA
Phone: 412-373-3380
http://www.svtemple.org/
Other Links:
http://www.netip-pgh.org
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