Protest posters displayed at the venue reflected the diaspora community’s call for justice, tolerance, and protection of minorities. Photo: Rimon Chakrabarty
Melbourne, January 26, 2026: Saraswati Puja was celebrated in Melbourne on 25 January through a unique blend of religious rituals, cultural expression, and humanitarian awareness, organised by the Sanatan Art & Cultural Association Victoria (SACAV). The non-profit community organisation began its journey in Victoria last year with the aim of preserving and promoting Sanatan art, culture, and values within the Australian diaspora.
The celebration drew a large gathering of devotees and cultural enthusiasts, transforming the venue into a vibrant space of devotion, joy, and unity. Alongside Bangladeshi Hindu devotees, participants included Bangladeshi expatriates from other faiths as well as members of Nepali, Indian, and Australian communities, making the event a powerful example of multicultural and interfaith harmony.
In addition to the religious observances, protest posters and messages were displayed, expressing strong opposition to the persecution of minorities in Bangladesh and conveying solidarity with religious and ethnic communities in Australia and across the world. According to the organisers, these messages reflected a peaceful stance in favour of human rights and religious tolerance.
SACAV’s President Rasendra Kumar Das said the organisation strives to integrate cultural heritage with social responsibility within the Bangladeshi diaspora.
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Saraswati Puja Celebrated in Melbourne by SACAV with Message of Solidarity and Protest
