‘MOOD 2023’ by The India Australia Society Inc.
The India Australia Society organised the Diwali event ‘MOOD 2023’ on 29th October 2023 at Coorparoo Secondary College Auditorium. Members of wider Queensland communities joined this event, which was filled with dance, music and food! The India Australia Society (IAS) of Queensland is a non-profit and non-political organization established in Brisbane in 1974. The primary objectives of the IAS are to enhance friendly A community and business leaders were present to celebrate the event. The celebration began with the lighting of lamps by the distinguished dignitaries.
The welcome address by Dr Preethi Suraj, President of IAS, stated the objectives of IAS are to promote social, cultural and recreational activities to its members, families and friends. She also mentioned that one of the objectives of this organisation is caring for seniors with a similar cultural background, typically around providing comprehensive support and service tailored to their unique needs. Speeches were delivered by Senator Paul Scarr, Mrs Archana Singh, Mr Anoop Nannaru and Mr Umesh Chandra OAM. The messages from all distinguished guests were in summary to celebrate the Unity in diverse and multicultural Australia for the betterment of community prosperity and harmony.
The celebration also involved spectacular cultural performances from the various states of India. The performance from Miss Ujaan Mukerjee, a playback singer from India and Mr Yousuf Ali Khan lifted this event to a higher level. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by the Vice President of IAS, Mr. Krishna Mohan Yarlagadda. This year’s celebration was well supported by sponsors – Centenary Accounts and Business Adviser (CAABA) and Century 21 (Browns Plains), Vasthra, E-Bike Rentals, HAV Capital, Speed Cool and Holidazzle.
The event was a grand success, with IAS and its executive team working together with tremendous enthusiasm in bringing one-ness, unity, peace and harmony. A delicious Indian dinner by Lemon Chillies Restaurant was organised for all present at the event.
IAS, as a whole, led by the current President Dr Preethi Suraj takes immense pride and thanks to everyone, for the support to celebrate this event by uniting mainly all the senior citizens in various communities year after year.
