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Khalistani Protest

Khalistanis protest outside Melbourne consulate in Australia. Photo: X page video grab

Khalistani members disrupt Independence Day celebration outside Indian Consulate in Melbourne

India Blooms News Service | @indiablooms | Aug 15, 2025, at 02:56 pm

A group of Khalistani members tried to disrupt the 79th Independence Day celebration at the Indian Consulate in the Australian city of Melbourne on Friday.

According to The Australia Today X page, the Khalistani 'goons' created disruptions outside the Consulate building.

Few people could be seen in the viral video standing outside the consulate holding the Khalistani flag.

"Khalistani 'goons' reportedly created a ruckus, disrupting the premises and raising tensions," the X post said.

"Indians had gathered to peacefully celebrate India’s 79th Independence Day, but the celebrations were interrupted," the post said.

#BreakingNews - Disturbance outside the Consul General of India in Melbourne!

Khalistani 'goons' reportedly created a ruckus, disrupting the premises and raising tensions.

🇮🇳 Indians had gathered to peacefully celebrate India’s 79th Independence Day, but the celebrations were… pic.twitter.com/rnjC0i6TT8
— The Australia Today (@TheAusToday) August 14, 2025

The Indian consulate members were seen singing patriotic songs in reply to the Khalistani supporters.
The video of the incident went viral on the social media.

As per a video posted on the official X handle of the consulate, the flag hositing ceremony was held.

79th Independence Day Celebration at the Consulate General of India, Melbourne!

Consul General Dr. Sushil Kumar hoisted the 🇮🇳 flag and celebration was joined by Hon. Brad Batin, MP, Cr Pradeep Tiwari, Mayor of Marybyrong, and members of vibrant Indian diaspora. The morning was… pic.twitter.com/mYGQqOdQTJ
— India in Melbourne (@cgimelbourne) August 15, 2025

"Consul General Dr. Sushil Kumar hoisted the flag and celebration was joined by Hon. Brad Batin, MP, Cr Pradeep Tiwari, Mayor of Marybyrong, and members of vibrant Indian diaspora. The morning was filled with patriotic fervour, soulful renditions of patriotic songs, and a shared commitment to strengthening the India–Australia bond," the Consulate wrote on X.

#Khalistani Movement # Khalistan Movement # Khalistan #Melbourne #Melbourne Consulate

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