A candlelight vigil at Parramatta Square has brought members of Sydney’s Nepali community and community leaders together to remember those affected by devastating floods in Nepal and Tibet.
Candles were lit for people who have lost their lives, those who remain missing and families waiting for news from loved ones following the flooding.
For many members of the Nepali community in Sydney, the disaster has a direct and personal connection, with relatives and friends potentially among those affected.
The gathering was attended by City of Parramatta Lord Mayor Martin Zaiter, Donna Davis MP, Julia Finn MP, Councillor Sameer Pandey, Gurnam Singh, Councillor Michael Ng and Usha Kiran Bariya Pokharel, alongside members of the Nepali community and other local representatives.
The vigil provided an opportunity for people to come together in solidarity and reflect on the impact of the disaster on families in Nepal and across the wider community.
Community members from different backgrounds joined the gathering, reflecting the close links between Australia’s migrant communities and the countries from which many residents and their families originate.
The presence of representatives from the Indian community also highlighted the support being offered across Sydney’s diverse communities.
For those with family and friends in affected areas, the flooding has brought uncertainty and concern as people wait for information about their loved ones.
The vigil also gave community members a place to express their condolences for those who have died and hope for those still unaccounted for.
Flooding in Nepal can be particularly dangerous during the country’s monsoon season, when heavy rainfall can trigger flash floods and landslides, affecting homes, roads and communities.
As the response to the disaster continues, people in Australia with connections to Nepal are watching developments closely and supporting relatives and friends from afar.
The Parramatta gathering offered a quiet moment of remembrance while demonstrating how local communities can come together during a crisis.
For those gathered at Parramatta Square, the message was one of compassion and support for people affected by the floods, regardless of distance or national borders.
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