The Indian Society of Western Australia (ISWA) and its member associations recently gathered to farewell Consul General Amarjeet Singh Takhi, recognising his contributions to the Indian community in Western Australia. Since taking up the role in June 2022, Mr. Takhi has played a key role in strengthening ties within the diaspora and promoting Indian cultural traditions, including yoga, ayurveda, and the focus on millets.
ISWA President Deepak Sharma expressed the community’s gratitude for Mr. Takhi’s leadership and support. Indian-origin parliamentarians Yaz Mubarakai MLA and Dr. Jags MLA also commended his engagement with the community and his backing of various initiatives. Mr. Takhi, in turn, acknowledged the contributions of the Indian diaspora in Western Australia and their involvement in consulate-led programmes.
During his time in Perth, he worked on deepening diplomatic and cultural exchanges between India and Western Australia. He was closely involved in organising the seventh Indian Ocean Conference in February 2024, where delegates from 34 countries gathered to discuss regional cooperation. Foreign Minister Penny Wong reaffirmed Australia’s commitment to ensuring stability across the Indian Ocean, reflecting the broader themes of the event.
Mr. Takhi was also active in forging partnerships with local institutions, including a meeting with Professor Andrew J. Deeks, Vice Chancellor of Murdoch University, to explore further collaboration in education and culture. His tenure saw the consulate celebrate the achievements of Indian Australians in academia, business, space research, and mining, reinforcing the impact of the community across various industries.
His diplomatic career spans multiple postings, including Tokyo, Tashkent, Algiers, Jakarta, Warsaw, and New York, where he worked at India’s Permanent Mission to the United Nations. Before arriving in Perth, he served as Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, focusing on promoting Indian languages worldwide.
As he prepares for his next assignment, the Indian community in Perth reflects on his time in Western Australia with appreciation, recognising his efforts in strengthening connections and fostering cultural pride.
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