Press Meeting: Announcement of Melbourne Indra Jatra – Yenya Punhi 2025
14 June 2025 | Consulate of Nepal for Victoria Office, Glenroy, Victoria
Newa Guthi Victoria held a special Press Meeting for Indra Jatra 2025, marking an important step towards the historic celebration of the first Melbourne Indra Jatra – Yenya Punhi.
The meeting was organised to formally announce the upcoming festival and extend a public invitation to the wider Nepali, Newa and multicultural communities across Melbourne. Information about the significance of Indra Jatra, the planned cultural program and opportunities for community participation was shared with representatives, community leaders and guests.
The announcement marked an important moment in bringing one of the Kathmandu Valley’s most significant festivals to Melbourne, creating an opportunity for the wider community to experience Newa traditions, music, dance, rituals and cultural heritage.
The press meeting also reflected the collective efforts of Newa Guthi Victoria members, volunteers and supporters who worked together to introduce and establish Indra Jatra as a major Newa cultural celebration in Melbourne.
This archive entry records the public announcement and community outreach that helped build momentum for the historic first Melbourne Indra Jatra.
Event Details
- Date: 14 June 2025
- Location: Consulate of Nepal for Victoria Office, Glenroy, Victoria
- Event: Indra Jatra Press Meeting
- Purpose: Public announcement and invitation for the first Melbourne Indra Jatra
- Highlights: Festival announcement, community information and public invitation
- Focus: Cultural awareness, community participation and promotion of Newa heritage