Sindhi Association of Victoria celebrates Cheti Chand festival in Melbourne

Melbourne, April 16 (Australia India News Newsdesk)

The Sindhi Association of Victoria, Australia, recently organized a vibrant celebration of Cheti Chand, the traditional festival marking the beginning of the Lunar Hindu New Year for Sindhi Hindus. The event was attended by Consul General Dr.Sushil Kumar, along with members of the Sindhi community, who gathered to offer prayers to Lord Jhulelal.

The Cheti Chand festival is a significant occasion for Sindhi Hindus, symbolizing the start of a new year and honoring the birth of Lord Jhulelal, the community's patron saint and a revered deity.

The celebration at Melbourne's Sindhi Association was a lively affair, with traditional music, dance, and a sense of unity among attendees.

Cheti Chand is an important festival for the Sindhi community, celebrating the arrival of spring and the beginning of a new year in the Hindu lunar calendar. The event organized by the Sindhi Association of Victoria provided an opportunity for the community to reconnect with its roots and share its cultural heritage with others in Melbourne.

The celebration concluded with a sense of camaraderie and gratitude, as attendees expressed their hopes for a prosperous and harmonious year ahead. The success of the Cheti Chand festival in Melbourne demonstrated the resilience and enduring traditions of the Sindhi community, contributing to the rich tapestry of cultures that define the city.