Remembering Parmesh Chand, a humanitarian and a karm y o g i

There are very few luminaries who leave such an impression on others that their passing leaves a vacuum impossible to fill as life goes on. The passing away of Parmesh Chand on September 21, 2022, in Brisbane, has left the Indian community in a state of utter shock and disbelief. Late Mr Parmesh Chand was a karm yogi who became wellknown as an lndian community leader and solicitor. He was a prominent leader of the Indian community and hosted the Indian Bazar, the most significant and first Indian festival to bring all Indian communities together in Brisbane.

Parmesh Chand had a Juris Doctor Law graduate degree from Bond University, Diploma in Legal Practice from Griffith University; and Diploma in Education USP. As a solicitor, he had served the interests of the community. He also contributed as part of a team of professionals who developed a course in International Migration with the assistance and input from relevant stakeholders. It is written in simple and plain English so that it can be accessed internationally. Parmesh strongly believed that education is an integral part of any migration program and the program he had helped in preparing would meet the challenge of making an informed decision.

His demise is a great loss to the Indian community in Brisbane. There were many instances where he stood firm and selflessly for the Indian causes. Renowned for his integrity and honesty, he will be dearly missed and loved forever. Heartfelt condolences have poured in from the grieving family and his friends.