Tuesday, 14 November 2023

Daylesford road accident

Trung LUU (Western Metropolitan) (13:31): In my members statement today I would like to offer my condolences to the families and friends of the five people who tragically lost their lives in the Daylesford accident. I am deeply sorry for your loss and offer my prayers and support.

Last week I attended a vigil hosted by Wyndham City Council. The victims were members of the Indian community in Point Cook and Tarneit in my electorate. The vigil was attended by hundreds of people from all over Wyndham and Melbourne who came to share their love and sorrow. We gathered to remember Pratibha Sharma, her daughter Anvi and her partner Jatin Chugh. They were much loved and will be much missed. We also remember father and son Vivek and Vihaan Bhatia. They are survived by wife and mother Ruchi Bhatia and young son Abeer, who were injured but are recovering in hospital. We grieve for the husband, father and brother they have lost. May their souls rest in peace.

As Indian communities around Australia celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, which symbolises the victory of light over darkness, for the family and friends who are moving through the darkness of grief, may the love and comfort of those around you be your light. You are in my thoughts and prayers.