Indian community stresses migration’s role in Australia ahead of planned 31 August protests

As Senator Paul Scarr MP (centre,back) makes a statement on the alleged mention of Indian community on the supposed pamphlet of an anti-immigration rally, community leaders (L-R) Seema Chauhan, Ash Gholkar, Aamir Qutub, Sheba Nandkeolyar, and Subhash Chetry share their views with SBS Hindi. Credit: SBS/Supplied

On 31 August, protests are planned across major Australian cities, with organisers demanding an end to what they describe as “mass immigration.” The group claims that migration has transformed Australia, leaving many "Australians feeling that their voices are being ignored" and that "the nation’s identity is being weakened". Tune in to this podcast featuring members of the Indian community as they share why migration is vital for Australia.

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Published 27 August 2025 10:43am

Updated 27 August 2025 1:25pm

By Vrishali Jain

Source: SBS

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On 31 August, protests are planned across major Australian cities, with organisers demanding an end to what they describe as “mass immigration.” The group claims that migration has transformed Australia, leaving many "Australians feeling that their voices are being ignored" and that "the nation’s identity is being weakened". Tune in to this podcast featuring members of the Indian community as they share why migration is vital for Australia.

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