Overview

• MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said Indian missions are in active contact with Australian authorities and are monitoring the safety of Indian nationals.
• The High Commission raised diaspora concerns before the August 31 rallies and received a formal response acknowledging potential community impact.
• Indian diplomatic posts remain in touch with diaspora organisations to track developments and maintain calm within affected communities.
• The August 31 “March for Australia” rallies in Sydney, Melbourne and other cities saw clashes and demands for tighter immigration tied to jobs, housing and public services.
• Reports include incidents targeting Indians, including a viral video of an Indian speaker being heckled, as Australian leaders voiced support for multicultural identity.