Wipro’s Kolkata office recently brought a slice of Australia into the workplace, hosting an Australian Culture Week that blended creativity, learning and team spirit.
The week-long celebration was designed to recognise Australia’s heritage, traditions and dynamic cultural identity, while giving employees an opportunity to connect through shared experiences beyond their day-to-day roles.
Office spaces were transformed with colourful handmade decorations inspired by Australian wildlife and landscapes, including cut-out artwork featuring iconic animals such as kangaroos and koalas. The displays added a warm, playful atmosphere to the workplace, encouraging conversations and curiosity among staff.
One of the standout contributions came from Prerana Mukherjee, who played an active role in decorating and shaping the event’s visual theme. Her efforts reflected the broader enthusiasm across the team to make the celebration engaging and meaningful.
Employees said the week offered a welcome pause from routine, giving them space to appreciate something different and learn more about a culture recognised well beyond its shores.
The event also highlighted Wipro’s emphasis on fostering an inclusive workplace environment where global cultures are recognised and shared. By creating space for cultural exchange, the company continues to encourage stronger connections among colleagues and a broader sense of community within the office.
Australian Culture Week at Wipro Kolkata showed that a workplace can be more than a place to clock in and out. It can be somewhere people share their stories, mark their traditions and feel that different cultures are genuinely welcome.
Maria Irene is India Correspondent for The Indian Sun, reporting on technology, finance, culture, and diaspora stories across India and Australia, with a special focus on initiatives led by the Australian High Commission and its Consulates across India.
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