Members of the Uttar Pradesh Association of Australia gathered at Jells Park in Melbourne to celebrate Holi, with more than 130 participants attending the community event.
The gathering brought together families and community members for a morning of colour, food and social interaction, as the association continues efforts to maintain cultural traditions and strengthen connections within the diaspora.
In a statement, organisers thanked the community for its support.
The organisers thanked members for their support and enthusiasm in coming together to celebrate UP-wali Holi in Melbourne, saying it meant a great deal to see the community united like one family.
More than 130 participants attended the gathering, with food arrangements made for around 130 people. Participants gathered at the park at 11:30 AM. Jells Park provided space for families to celebrate the festival of colours together.
Community members contributed colours for the celebration, adding to the 3.5 kg already arranged by organisers.
The gathering comes as Victoria remains home to one of the largest Indian communities in the country, with more than 370,000 people identifying with Indian ancestry across the state.
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