Kapil Dev hails India-Australia ties at 'Manobal' event; Richard Marles applauds KHUSHII foundation's work
New Delhi, June 1
Former Indian cricketer Kapil Dev hailed the relationship between India and Australia, commending both governments for fostering closer relations, while Australia's Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Defence, Richard Marles, praised the KHUSHII organisation's impactful work.
Both Kapil Dev and Richard Marles participated in 'Manobal', which celebrates the partnership between the Australian High Commission and KHUSHII, on Monday.
Kapil Dev, the founder of the KHUSHII Foundation, praised the strong ties between India and Australia. He also thanked Australia for supporting the Indian community and acknowledged the contributions of Indians living there.
Kapil expressed gratitude to those backing KHUSHII's mission of supporting underprivileged children and emphasised the importance of people coming together to help and engage with one another for a greater social impact.
"About the relationship between Australia and India, the governments are working very hard. For what Australia is doing for the Indian community there, I'd like to say thanks on behalf of them. What a wonderful job Indian people are doing, and they are looking after our people. I'm so grateful that people are getting together and trying to help KHUSHII. It's an organisation where we look after each other and look after underprivileged kids. If we can try to engage with each other, it will be very nice," Kapil Dev told reporters.
Notably, KHUSHII, a Non-Governmental Organisation, was established in 2003 by cricket icon Kapil Dev with the vision of providing quality education and holistic learning to young Indians.
Australia's Deputy Prime Minister Richard Marles praised the KHUSHII organisation's impactful work and said it was an honour to be there alongside Kapil Dev. He also highlighted the strength of India-Australia relations, describing them as stronger than ever, with both nations closely aligned on strategic matters.
"It is an honour to be here with Kapil Dev at the KHUSHII foundation to see the incredible work they have been doing. The relationship between India and Australia is at a high watermark at every level. We have never been more strategically aligned. It is a privilege for me to be here," Marles said while speaking to the reporters.
— ANI
Reader Comments
Great to see such positive news for a change! Kapil Dev's foundation helping underprivileged children is exactly the kind of social work India needs more of. And having Australia's Deputy PM appreciate it shows the world takes notice when we do good work. Proud moment! 🇮🇳
As someone who has seen KHUSHII's work firsthand, this makes me so happy. Quality education for underprivileged children can change lives, and Kapil Dev is using his fame for the right cause. Happy to see Australia supporting such initiatives too.
I appreciate the sentiment, but I hope the focus on international relations doesn't overshadow the real work on the ground. KHUSHII does great work, but we need to ensure that support truly reaches the underprivileged kids in remote villages, not just in events and photo ops. Still, a step in the right direction.
This is wonderful! Kapil Dev has always been a gentleman, and seeing him use his platform for social good is inspiring. India-Australia relations are indeed strong - from cricket to diplomacy, it's a special bond. Kudos to KHUSHII! 🏏
As an Australian living in India, this partnership warms my heart. Both countries have so much to offer each other, and it's great to see mutual respect at the highest levels. KHUSHII's work in education for underprivileged children is exactly the kind of bridge-building we need.
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