Radio Brisvaani
Canberra, October 20(Australia India News Newsdesk)
India has taken a step towards strengthening its diplomatic infrastructure in Australia with the commencement of construction of a new High Commission building in Canberra.
Indian High Commissioner Nagesh Singh and his wife, Pragya Singh, performed the Bhoomi Poojan (groundbreaking) ceremony to mark the beginning of the project, according to the High Commission of India in Canberra.
The ceremony was attended by representatives of Australian construction company FDC Construction & Fitout and project consultants GMB Architects, who are associated with the development.
The groundbreaking marks the start of a significant infrastructure project for India’s diplomatic mission in Australia and reflects the growing institutional presence of the country in Canberra.
The High Commission described the occasion as an important milestone in India’s diplomatic engagement with Australia, with the new building expected to support the Mission’s operations and activities.
The project also symbolises the continuing development of Australia-India relations and the importance of strengthening diplomatic infrastructure alongside expanding bilateral engagement.
