Melbourne, August 19 (Australia India News Newsdesk)
Consul General Dr. Sushil Kumar recently hosted a grand reception at the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) to celebrate the 77th Anniversary of India’s Independence. The event was attended by numerous Victorian dignitaries, including Deputy Premier Ben Carroll MP, Leader of the Opposition John Pesutto, Parliament Speaker, various Parliamentarians, Mayors, members of the Consular Corps, business leaders, and vibrant members of the Indian diaspora.
The MCG was illuminated in tricolour to mark the occasion, and the celebration featured lively Maharashtra Dhol performances and other cultural displays that highlighted India’s rich heritage.