The NSW Parliament hosted a vibrant Diwali celebration organised by the Indian Advocacy Forum, bringing together community leaders and parliamentarians in a strong display of unity and shared cultural respect.
The event highlighted Diwali as a festival cherished by Hindu, Sikh, Buddhist and Jain communities, and widely embraced across Australia as a symbol of hope, light and social harmony.
Among those in attendance were Premier Chris Minns, Opposition Leader Mark Speakman, Shadow Ministers Mark Coure MP and Gurmesh Singh MP, along with several other members of Parliament and HOC, CGI, Sydney, Niravkumar Sutariya.
Both the Premier and Opposition Leader extended warm wishes to the Indian community, acknowledging the significant contributions of the Indian diaspora to New South Wales — from economic growth and entrepreneurship to cultural engagement and philanthropy.
Among the speakers was the young Aryan Patel who passionately spoke about how the next generation of Indian-Australians was ready to serve Australia in every field.
The celebration reinforced the role of multicultural events in strengthening civic bonds and promoting social cohesion. Organisers also extended appreciation to the NSW Parliament for hosting the gathering, and noted the continued support of MP Warren Kerbi for initiatives that engage and uplift multicultural communities.
The event stood as a testament to the unity and shared values that define modern Australia, marking Diwali not just as a cultural festival but as a collective celebration of the nation’s enriching tapestry and togetherness.
The Indian Advocacy Forum (IAF) is a non-partisan platform. It has been founded by Ankur Patel, Bob Kapil Bajaj, Chetan Kusumgar, Deepesh Parikh, Gopinath S and Manoj Desai.
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