Building a deeply connected and inclusive KOA community

My Vision for KOA

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"Go Uphaar Go Uphaar" | Rallying Together For Success

Podcast: Katha batha with Uphaar Kotru on his candidacy for KOA President

Strategic Focus Areas

  • Strengthening Our Cultural Roots in the USA

    • Increase community involvement,
      particularly among youth and children,
      while ensuring the active engagement of our elders.
    • Enhance our digital platforms for better accessibility and interaction.
    • Promote the development of physical community assets in the U.S.

  • Reconnecting with Kashmir, Our Ancestral Homeland

    • Engage in initiatives that create new experiences and lasting memories of our homeland.
    • Fostering economic opportunities for our KP community residing in Kashmir.
    • Promote and cultivate connections to our ancient places of worship.

  • Supporting Community Members in Jammu Migrant Camps

    • Expand on providing resources and pathways to self-sufficiency.
    • Facilitate transition for youth and create opportunities for a brighter future.
    • Strengthen strategic partnerships for
      greater impact.

My Service

Valiv yikwat samav

Valiv yikwat samav
Asi aash paghech
Az Karav athrôt
Pagah sholi duniyah

Let’s come together
We are optimistic about future
Let’s join hands today
For a brighter tomorrow!

My Service to the Biradari

My Expressions

Waiting in Exile...

......"पांछ़ सास वॅरियॖ प्रानि रज़ि हॖंद्य छॖ ॲस्य पॅतिम पनॖ दाव | वन्य क्याह वथॖहॉव कुनी क्रख दिमॖहॉव यॖनॖ बॆयि रावि कहन गाव | खुर मुच़रॉविथ कुनी रज़ बनॖनुक | वन्य क्याह वखॖत आव वन्य क्याह वखॖत आव||

"We are last strands of the 5000 year old civilization. Let us come together, lest we fall disunited again! The time has come to weave the strands together, forming a united and powerful force!"

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My Endorsements

  • "I am honored to speak in support of Uphaar Kotru, a man whose unwavering dedication, vision, and leadership have made a lasting impact on our community. Under Uphaar’s guidance, Zone 9 has flourished. His leadership isn’t about titles or recognition; it’s about service. Service to his community, service to our heritage, and service to the future generations of Kashmiri Pandits." - Sanjeev Kak

  • "Uphaar has been a true KOA volunteer and a ground worker who has always rolled up his sleeves and selflessly contributed towards the betterment of the Kashmiri Pandit community both in US and India. His passion for community work and KOA in last so many years speaks for itself. He has done real and tangible work for the KOA community in last 5-6 years." - Abishek Ganjoo

  • "Working with him on KOA initiatives has always been effortless, thanks to his qualities of a great listener and a silent, effective executor. Becoming KOA President is the natural next step for him. His familiarity with ongoing projects means he’ll minimize transition time and lead with efficiency, while also bringing fresh ideas. His calm demeanor, persistence, intelligence, and commitment to volunteering his time and energy will make him an asset to KOA in the coming years." - Amrita Kar
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