Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison wished people a Happy Diwali via video message
Melbourne:
Extending Diwali’s greetings to Indians around the world and to Australia, Prime Minister Scott Morrison said the festival’s message had “special significance” this year as the world responded to the COVID-19 pandemic, shocking it. most dramatic in generations.
Diwali, which symbolizes the spiritual victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance, will be celebrated tomorrow.
“Most years, we often think of this dispelling darkness as a theoretical concept rather than something that is experienced and overcome. This year, Diwali’s message has special significance,” Prime Minister Morrison said in a post. recently released video.
“Every nation on earth is responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Lives and livelihoods have been lost as we have witnessed the most dramatic shock in generations. Despite this, we have a common hope. Throughout 2020, despite our own fears, we have supported, encouraged and held each other, ”he said.
“We have drawn our strength and inspiration from our healthcare professionals, teachers, cleaners, retail staff, law enforcement and defense staff and many more who have responded. to the crisis with compassion and professionalism, ”he added.
Australia has recorded 27,676 cases of coronavirus and 907 deaths from the viral infection. The global tally, according to Johns Hopkins University, stands at 52,681,305 cases and 1,292,279 deaths.
Prime Minister Morrison said Australia is the most prosperous multicultural nation in the world and that “on this Diwali I pay tribute to all who have brought this tradition to our shores”.
“Yes, we have seen the darkness this year, but the light overcomes that darkness. There is light ahead and there is hope. Warmest greetings to all who celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights . It’s a special time for people of many faiths, “Scott Morrison said in his post.
Among the other politicians who saluted, Opposition Leader Anthony Albanese said he hopes that next year people can celebrate the Festival of Lights together.
“I wish you all a wonderful Diwali festival. As a celebration of the victory of light over darkness, it is a very welcome and timely antidote to the uncertainty around us,” Mr. Albanese said, adding “We have all had to adjust to the realities of the coronavirus pandemic, but even in the midst of all this upheaval, Diwali will stand tall as a vivid expression of your tradition and spirituality, dedication and faith. “
Mr. Albanese said: “I sympathize with those who cannot return to their ancestral homes and with those who cannot celebrate with their families this year.”
Australia is home to over 7.00,000 people of Indian descent, while Indian migrants are the main source of new Australian citizens with over 28,000 Indian nationals who became Australian citizens last year.
At the same time, the Prime Minister announced the Australian national vaccination policy on Friday, saying the government would prioritize vaccination of the elderly and those particularly vulnerable to the virus.
“The Commonwealth’s National Immunization Policy was approved by the National Cabinet today,” Prime Minister Morrison told reporters in Canberra.
“This is another sign that together as a country we are working to prepare to be able to distribute and administer these vaccines across the country when they are ready,” he said.
Prime Minister Morrison further announced that all states and territories except Western Australia have agreed to reopen internal borders by Christmas.
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