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Prime Minister Narendra Modi has described India and Australia as “strong partners” in progress and prosperity as he prolonged his best wishes to everybody related to the 35th Australian Sikh Games being held in Brisbane.
The video games organised by Australian National Sikh Sports and Cultural Council are being held in Brisbane from April 7- 9. The video games are throughout the Gold Coast Performance Centre and surrounding ovals.
In his message, which was posted by the High Commission of India in Canberra on its Twitter deal with on April 9, Prime Minister Modi mentioned the video games will assist the Sikh group display its sporting expertise, aggressive spirit and teamwork on an even bigger platform.
“The holy Gurus guided India and the world with many eternal and timeless values. If one looks closely at the lives and teachings of the holy Gurus, they emphasised the importance of physical health along with spiritual growth,” the Prime <inister wrote in his message.
Noting that the holy Gurus also gave the message of bringing people of different sections of society together as a team to achieve progress, Prime Minister Modi said these concepts are also relevant in the world of sport, where people come together to participate on an equal platform irrespective of their social background.
“Following in these footsteps, the Sikh community has always been actively involved in sports, teamwork and fitness,” he mentioned.
Noting that the 35th Australian Sikh Games acquires a particular significance, Prime Minister Modi mentioned the participation of gamers from completely different nations is noteworthy.
“My best wishes for the 35th Australian Sikh Games. May the Games serve as an inspiration to motivate younger generations of Sikhs to excel in every sphere of life,” he wrote.
Mr. Modi also recalled witnessing the recent India-Australia cricket match with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and said, “Sport is including a brand new dimension to our vibrant relationship. These Games may also serve to deliver the 2 nations nearer.” “India and Australia have a number of commonalities – a related historical past, shared values, love for democracy and respect for a rule-based worldwide border. We are additionally robust companions in progress and prosperity,” he mentioned.
He mentioned that the Indian diaspora has carved out a distinct segment for itself within the international panorama and these video games are one more instance of it. “I’m certain that this initiative will improve the love and affection for our diaspora not simply in Australia, however internationally,” he added.
The Australian Sikh Games is a national event held during Easter each year. The event attracts over three thousand athletes and over 100,000 spectators over three days, according to the official website of the games.
“We encourage all ages to get involved in a range of sports and cultural activities to showcase our inherent Sikh values of inclusion, fair competition and victory,” said Daljit Singh Dhami, President, Organising Committee of the Games.
Mr. Singh said the event provides the perfect opportunity to celebrate the unique cultural identity of the Sikh Community and enjoy the gracious hospitality and attractions Queensland has to offer.
Athletes and spectators from all over the country and overseas, including New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore, Hong Kong, Canada and the U.K. come to participate in a wide array of traditional Indian and Australian sports and cultural events, it said.
