Canberra: Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has extended wishes on the festival of Holi and called it a “joyful celebration of colour, love and new life.” He stressed that the message of renewal through the triumph of good over evil is an inspiration for the people of Australia.
In a statement, Albanese stated, “Happy Holi, Australia! Holi is a joyful celebration of colour, love and new life. The message of renewal through the triumph of good over evil is an inspiration for all Australians. For many Australians of South Asian heritage, Holi’s cultural and religious significance brings people together in celebration of their shared faith, history and heritage.”
Anthony Albanese recalled his Holi celebration in Ahmedabad in 2023. He said that he was honoured to experience the spectacular display of music, colour and traditional dancing.
“I was honoured to celebrate Holi in Ahmedabad, India, last year, and to experience the spectacular display of music, colour, and traditional dancing that define this lively tradition. However you mark the occasion this year – whether you gather with family and friends, eat, sing, dance or play with gulaal – I trust you will have a wonderful time,” Albanese said in a statement.
Last year, Anthony Albanese participated in Holi celebrations along with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and the Governor of Gujarat, Acharya Devvrat, at Raj Bhawan in the state capital Gandhinagar.
The Indian High Commission in Canberra shared Albanese’s statement on social media platform X and thanked him for extending greetings on Holi.
Australian PM Albanese extends greetings on Holi, calls it “joyful celebration of colour and love”
