The Plessislaer Arya Samaj Knitters Group began in response to an invitation from The Heal Foundation to create beanies for newborns. Starting with six members, the group has grown to 12 members and a youth group of five, led by senior member Mrs. Sabitha Maharaj. Over the years, they have received wool donations from the Heal Foundation, PAS members, and friends, (they have also purchased their own wool), and have knitted 250 beanies distributing these to various hospitals, charities, and organizations, including Aryan Benevolent Home, local hospitals and schools.

The group has expanded its projects to include knitting booties, vests, and beanies for premature babies, supporting the PAS Youth Group's cancer awareness program, and creating breast prostheses for women who have undergone mastectomies. They have donated 94 knitted prosthetics to Greys Hospital Oncology unit and South African CANSA Association. 

The PAS Knitters group have been working on a project whereby knitted blankets will be distributed to the aged and children in need, thanks to a donation from the Heal Foundation ASSA. The group's enthusiasm and dedication have enabled them to make a significant impact in their community through their knitting projects.

A colourful assortment of beautifully knitted blankets were on display at Piggly Wiggly. The display included creations by the Light a Sparkle Foundation. These items will be distributed throughout South Africa. We are proud to announce that members of the PAS Knitters Group contributed knitted squares, which were then joined together by skilled artisans to create these beautiful blankets. Senior member of the PAS Knitters group, Mrs Sabitha Maharaj together with a few other members kindly sponsored the wool.