Little India Fair to light up Wigram Street

In what is fast becoming a major highlight in the Indian Australian social calendar, Diwali is set to take over Wigram St in Harris Park once again this year on Sunday 19 October.

An initiative of the Council of Indian Australians Inc. (CIA), this popular street in Harris Park becomes a hub of all things Indian - yes, even more so than normal - as the street is closed down and the festivities of a street fair take over. With non-stop entertainment from 12 noon to 10 pm, the main stage will feature cultural performances, fork dances, and Bollywood showcases with over 300 performers. Of course the essential Diwali elements are also on the agenda: Lakshmi Puja and a mahaarti will be conducted in the evening (don’t miss the fire lamp procession) and fireworks at 10.00pm will end the program.

Event Director Shail Wadhwa told Indian Link, “We are excited that this year we have new segments by our supporting partners such as a live cooking show and a live Antakshari with shortlisted contestants!”

The Council of Indian Australians’ “Little India Fair 2019 (LIF19)” helps in fulfilling the vision of an inclusive Indian Australian community while also building awareness and strengthening the business districts of Harris Park who are contributing to the success of this event.

Gurmeet Tuli, President of the Harris Park Business Forum, speaking on behalf of the various businesses in Harris Park welcomed the celebration of Diwali here in Little India.

Nitin Shukla, the President of CIA said, “We are proud to build and position Harris Park as the Little India of Sydney and stamp it on the map as an attractive tourist destination. We expect a huge turnaround on the day and my message to the people is to come and enjoy the spirit of Deepavali with your loved ones at LIF19!”

CIA acknowledges the support of title sponsors Dosa Plaza, Sharma’s Kitchen, platinum sponsor Indian Link, gold sponsors Ria Financial and National Australia Bank, and supporters Coles and Parramatta City Council.

The CIA team of President Nitin Shukla, Vice President Shail Wadhwa, Secretary Ashish Desai, Treasurer Keyur Desai, Joint Secretary Praful Desai, Public Officer Mohit Kumar, Sharda Shukla Executive Committee Members Stanley D’Cruz and Kedar Oza welcome the Indian community from across Sydney to this event.