PM Modi, Australian Counterpart Rename Sydney Suburb As ‘Little India’ During Special Community Event

Sydney, May 23: A street here in Australia was on Tuesday officially renamed as “Little India” by Prime Minister Narendra Modi along with his Australian counterpart Anthony Albanese during a special community event here.

Harris Park is a hub in Western Sydney where the Indian community celebrates festivals and events such as Diwali and Australia Day.

“I had the opportunity to welcome the Prime Minister @AlboMP ji on the Indian soil in Ahmedabad. Today he joined me in unveiling the foundation stone of ‘Little India’ here: PM @narendramodi,” Prime Minister Modi tweeted.

“Harris Park is a thriving, dynamic, multicultural hub known for its blend of cultures and large Indian population,” the City of Parramatta said on its website.