India in Perth

Eid Mubarak! The Consulate extends warm greetings on the occasion of #Eid. Wishing you and your family peace, happiness, and prosperity on this joyous occasion.

देशभर के मेरे परिवारजनों को नवरात्रि की हार्दिक मंगलकामनाएं। शक्ति की आराधना का यह दिव्य अवसर आप सभी के लिए सुख, सौभाग्य, समृद्धि और उत्तम स्वास्थ्य लेकर आए। शक्तिस्वरूपा मां दुर्गा की असीम कृपा से सबका कल्याण हो, जिससे विकसित भारत के हमारे संकल्प को भी नई ऊर्जा मिले। जय अंबे जगदंबे मां!

Have a wonderful Ugadi!

Best wishes on Cheti Chand! Praying for a very good year.

Navreh Poshte! Have a great year ahead.

Sajibu Cheiraoba greetings. Wishing everyone a wonderful year.

**Notice** The Consulate General of India, Perth shall remain closed on 20 March 2026 (Friday) on the occasion of Eid al-Fitr. VFS Global, our outsourcing centre for Consular, Passport and Visa, will remain open. For any Emergency Visa services, kindly contact our emergency no. +61 498 883 186.

Warm greetings from @CGIPerth on #Navreh, #gudipadwa, #ugadi, #ChaitraNavratri, and #chetichand! May these auspicious occasions bring new beginnings, prosperity, and happiness into your lives.

Consul General attended the Indian Student Roundtable organized by the Association of Indian Students Australia (AISA). The Consul General addressed key topics including the role and function of Consulate and range of consular services available to students. Other distinguished speakers included Deepak Sharma, President of Indian Society of WA (ISWA) who spoke about outreach activities for students organised by ISWA from time to time; Dr. Sadhana Bose, President of the Ethnic Communities Council of Western Australia (ECCWA), who highlighted opportunities in STEM and community engagement; Dr Rekha Koul, Deputy Head and Discipline Lead at the STEM Research Group, School of Education, Curtin University, shared insights on academia, including the advantages and challenges of studying in Perth.

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Congratulations to Dr Abhishek on the grant of his patent yesterday titled “Modified Geosynthetic Clay Liner Using Black Cotton Soil”. The patent is based on his PhD research conducted under our joint supervision at the Department of Civil Engineering, Harcourt Butler Technical University (HBTU), Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh, India, formerly known as Harcourt Butler Technological Institute, established in 1921. That’s an outstanding outcome, Abhishek! You have demonstrated great hard work and patience, and have followed my Seven Research Mantras (link.springer.com/article/10.100…). Many congratulations! Your patent has the potential to make lining projects for landfills, ponds, and canals more cost-effective and sustainable, both in India and globally. Your research journey will always remain an inspiring example for others. Wishing you continued success in your academic and professional journey. @CGIPerth @myogiadityanath @CMOfficeUP @narendramodi @PMOIndia @AlboMP @RogerCookMLA

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Consul General called on Hon. Don Punch MLA, Minister for Aboriginal Affairs, Water, Climate Resilience and the South West, to discuss opportunities for cooperation and regional development in Western Australia. The discussions focused on strengthening Indigenous partnerships and promoting cultural exchanges between Indian and Western Australian artists. They also explored avenues for enhancing trade facilitation between India and the South West region. The vibrant Indian community in Bunbury is playing an important role in promoting people-to-people connections and fostering collaboration between India and Western Australia. Both sides also discussed the exchange of best practices in water management, climate resilience, and addressing the impacts of the green energy transition on water resources.

Consul General called on Hon. Reece Whitby MLA, Minister for Police; Road Safety; Tourism; and the Great Southern. They discussed the Minister’s visit to India last year and direct air connectivity between an Indian city and Perth, and the growing share of Indian tourists visiting Western Australia and the important role of education, sports, and business ties between India and WA in further strengthening tourism and people-to-people connections.

It was a privilege for the Consul General to join the community at the Australian Sikh Heritage Trail to celebrate Australian Sikh Heritage Day. The beautiful site beside the Canning River is not only a place of reflection, but also a powerful reminder of the deep and enduring contributions of the Sikh community to Western Australia and to Australia as a whole. The trail is built around a historic cremation ground used by early Sikh settlers in Western Australia. The trail supported by the City of Canning, helps preserve and share the stories of early sikh migrants in Western Australia. The event was attended by Hon Dr Parwinder Kaur MLC, Deputy Chair of Committees, Yaz Mubarakai MLA, Sam Lim MP, Member for Tangney, Terry Healy MLA, Cr Mark Bain, Deputy Mayor of City of Canning, Mayor Mayor Ruth Butterfield - City of Armadale, Cr Serena Williamson, Deputy Mayor of City of Gosnells.

Consul General attended the vibrant Holi celebrations organised by the Indian Society of WA (ISWA) (ISWA) at Langley Park, with enthusiastic participation from members of the wider Western Australian community. Around 10,000 people joined the festivities, celebrating the spirit of colour, joy and community together. The event was supported by the City of Perth. The event was attended by Hon John Carey MLA, Minister for Planning and Lands; Housing and Works; Health Infrastructure, Mr Basil Zempilas MLA Leader of the Opposition; Leader of the WA Liberal Party; Shadow Minister for State Development; Trade and Investment; Citizenship and Multicultural Interests, Lord Mayor Bruce Reynolds, City of Perth, Yaz Mubarakai MLA, Dr Jags MLA.