The project’s cost has also stunningly risen from A$35 billion in 2018 to $45 billion a couple of years ago to now $65 billion, even before actual ship construction starts.
This year, the Brisbane Dhol Tasha Mandal took it upon themselves to mark the occasion grandly, bringing together members of the Indian diaspora and locals to participate in the festivities.
Statistics also revealed that 60.7 per cent of visitors were in the age range of 25-64 years, which accounts for the vast majority of the working age population.
Councillors noted that a newly formed “West Party” had been actively campaigning against Singh, suggesting the issue was being amplified for political gain.
