The Marathi & Indian Community in the UK
The United Kingdom is home to the largest Indian community in Europe — around 1.9 million people of Indian ethnicity, the biggest single Indian population anywhere on the continent. Indians have shaped British life for over a century, and today Indian-born professionals make up a significant share of the country's technology and healthcare workforce.
Within this large and well-established community, the Marathi diaspora has its own long-running organizations. The Maharashtra Mandals of the UK are among the oldest in Europe, celebrating Ganeshotsav, Gudhi Padwa, Diwali and Kojagiri Pournima, running Marathi language and cultural activities, and helping new arrivals find their footing.
Maharashtra Mandals in the UK
Maharashtra Mandal London
CityLondon
One of the oldest and largest Marathi organizations in Europe, at the heart of the capital's Marathi community with festivals, cultural events and social gatherings across Greater London.
Visit ↗Mi Marathi Newcastle
CityNewcastle, North East England
The Marathi community of the North East, bringing together families, students and professionals in and around Newcastle with cultural celebrations and meetups.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is there a Maharashtra Mandal in London?
Yes. Maharashtra Mandal London is one of the oldest and largest Marathi organizations in Europe, hosting major festival celebrations, cultural programmes and community events across the capital and Greater London.
How large is the Indian community in the UK?
The UK has the largest Indian community in Europe by a wide margin — around 1.9 million people of Indian ethnicity (2021 Census), making up roughly 2.5% of the population of England and Wales. The Greater London Indian population alone exceeds that of the rest of Europe combined.
How can I meet Marathi people in the UK?
Join Maharashtra Mandal London or Mi Marathi Newcastle, or join the Maharashtra in Europe WhatsApp community. Festivals like Ganeshotsav, Gudhi Padwa and Diwali are the easiest way to meet the local Marathi community.
Do the UK Mandals celebrate Marathi festivals?
Yes. The Mandals in the UK celebrate Ganeshotsav, Gudhi Padwa, Diwali and Kojagiri Pournima, and organize Marathi cultural programmes and activities for children through the year.
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