Celebrating Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas: Australian PM's Cultural Diplomacy

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese marked Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas with visits to a temple and a gurdwara in Sydney. Donning an orange turban, he joined the Sikh and Tamil Australian communities in celebrating these festivals, emphasizing unity, culture, and heritage within Australia's diverse society.

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited a gurdwara and a temple in Sydney to participate in the Diwali and Bandi Chhor Divas celebrations. During his visit to the Gurdwara Sahib Glenwood, Albanese inaugurated the newly expanded kitchen that serves thousands weekly.

In his social media posts, the prime minister expressed joy in celebrating these important cultural festivals with the Indian community. Albanese described Diwali as a celebration of the victory of light over darkness, highlighting its significance to both Hindus and Australia's multicultural society.

The prime minister's engagement with the Tamil Australian community at Sydney's Murugan Temple emphasized the importance of these festivals in promoting cultural unity and diversity in Australia, reflecting the nation's commitment to embracing various cultural heritages.

(With inputs from agencies.)