Thursday, 11 September 2025


Members statements

Diwali and Annakut


Lily D’AMBROSIO

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Diwali and Annakut

Lily D’AMBROSIO (Mill Park – Minister for Climate Action, Minister for Energy and Resources, Minister for the State Electricity Commission) (10:25): I was also delighted to represent the Premier at the recent Diwali and Annakut celebrations hosted by BAPS, which has returned to Queen’s Hall this year. This annual festival brings together families and friends to mark the triumph of light over darkness, generosity over division and unity over isolation. I wish to thank the many volunteers and organisers from BAPS for the tremendous work they do not only to share Hindu culture and tradition with all Victorians but also to foster inclusion and harmony across our diverse communities. I am very proud that Mill Park is home to one of the two BAPS mandirs in Victoria.