Around 30,000 people showed up — doctors, nurses, engineers, academics, tradies, students, small business owners, the unglamorous backbone of the Indian-Australian community that politicians in Canberra and Wellington now routinely credit for economic and multicultural success.
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Modi called Albanese's speech outstanding, "reflecting his deep commitment to India-Australia friendship," and described the Melbourne community's energy as unmatched, calling it "one of the strongest pillars of India-Australia friendship."
The event, Melbourne Meets Modi, expected to draw around 30,000 attendees, is part of PM Narendra Modi’s third visit to Australia, where he will address the Indian community alongside Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Victorian Premier Jacinta Allan.
Its central location, transport links, controlled entry points and large seating capacity are understood to have been key considerations in the venue assessment.
The visiting dignitaries praised the community service undertaken by Sri Venkata Krishna Brundavana and its volunteers over the years, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic.
