Immigration Minister Alex Hawke's special message for the Indian community on the occasion of Holi

Immigration Minister Alex Hawke thanks the Indian community for their contribution to the development of 'modern Australia' in his message on Holi.

Immigration Minister Alex Hawke Source: SBS

Highlights

• Immigration Minister Alex Hawke extends Holi greetings to all those celebrating the festival of colours
• Mr Hawke thanks the Indian community for their contribution to the development of 'modern Australia'
• Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese also greets the Indian community on the joyous occasion of Holi

The newly-appointed Immigration Minister has extended his "warmest wishes" to everyone celebrating the festival of colours.

"As one of the most vibrant and vivid cultural celebrations on the Australian calendar, Holi brings people from around the world together. Its message of renewal, harmony, equality and the triumph of good over evil is particularly important at this time," he wrote in his message. 

Mr Hawke used the opportunity to thank the 700,000-strong Indian community in Australia for their contribution to the country's development and support in times of crisis.

"Your support for all Australians at times of need, from the devastating bushfires to the COVID-19 pandemic, has shown the community to embody the values that bind all Australians together," he wrote.

Here's the complete message:

Immigration Minister Alex Hawke extends Holi greetings. Source: Supplied

Meanwhile, Leader of the Opposition Anthony Albanese also greeted the Indian community on the joyous occasion.

"I wish great joy to the thousands of Australians of Hindu, Subcontinental, and South Asian heritage, and to everyone celebrating Holi," he wrote in his message for the community.

Leader of the Opposition Anthony Albanese. Source: AAP

"What is wonderful to see is that the throwing of the gulal  (colour) is being embraced by the wider community too, as everyone can celebrate this colourful festival," the Labor leader wrote.

Read the full message:

ALP leader Anthony Albanese wishes the Indian community on Holi Source: Supplied by ALP

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