PM Modi, Aus counterpart jointly lay foundation stone of 'Little India' during special event
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Australian counterpart on Tuesday jointly laid the foundation stone of 'Little India' gateway to be built in Harris Park here as a symbol of the friendship between the two nations and to recognise the diaspora’s immense contribution.
Harris Park is a hub in Western Sydney where the Indian community celebrates festivals and events such as Diwali and Australia Day.
"Recognising diaspora’s role as a bridge between India & Australia. PM @narendramodijoined PM @AlboMP for the foundation stone laying ceremony of ‘Little India’ Gateway to be built in Harris Park, Parramatta, Sydney, inhabited by a large Indian community," the Ministry of External Affairs tweeted.