Gandhi Jayanti delivers Swachhta Hi Seva message

Perth, October 4 (Australia India News Newsdesk)

The Indian community in Perth celebrated Gandhi Jayanti and the International Day of NonViolence, recently, spreading Mahatma Gandhi’s message of non-violence, Swachhta and hygiene, truth, compassion and harmony. The event, jointly organized by Ahinsa Australia and the Indian Consulate and emceed by community youth, saw a large number of participation on a weekday. Community kids highlighted Mahatma Gandhi’s ideals and teachings and depicted the Salt Satyagraha (Dandi March) in a skit. Gandhi’s emphasis on Swachhata was brought out through the painting artwork by Navya Salvi, and a short skit performed by Indian international students which was produced by Natraj Productions. The event was supported by several community associations, including Indian Society of WA (ISWA), Hindu of Australia Perth, Multicultural Services Centre, Vishva Hindu Parishad, Perth, WA, Narayan Seva Sansthan, AAWA and ABCWA.