English Translation of Prime Minister's address at a community event in Australia

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, addressing the Indian diaspora in Melbourne, highlighted the deepening India‑Australia partnership across diplomatic, economic, scientific and cultural domains. He recalled his three visits to Australia, noting the growth of bilateral trade and the upcoming India‑Australia Trade Agreement. The speech emphasized India’s progress in space (Chandrayaan, Gaganyaan), 5G rollout (99 % district coverage), digital governance (DigiLocker with >700 million users), and the start‑up ecosystem (>200 000 start‑ups). Modi also praised the Indian community’s contribution to Australia’s growth and urged participation in the Bharat Ko Janiye quiz, underscoring people‑first governance (‘Nagarik Devo Bhava’) and shared humanitarian assistance.