The 'Oz Fest', which had a smashing debut in the country last year, is returning again this time with "diverse line-up of innovative and exciting events".
"We are bringing back some successful elements from last year's program as well as venturing into new areas of cultural collaboration with India. We want people in India to get a taste of Australian contemporary culture," said Australia's High Commissioner to India, Patrick Suckling.
"Our main focus this time would be to work on developments and connect with Indian people so that they get the taste of Australian culture here in India", said Kathryn Deyell, First Secretary, Public Diplomacy Australian High Commission.
'Oz fest' ambassadors Brett Lee, Australian MasterChef judge Gary Mehigan and Indian-Australian actress Pallavi Sharda are back on the board this year too.
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"The scale of the event is smaller than last year but would have an 'Eco-Friendly' concept and will is going to be loved by many, we feel," Kathryn Deyell said.
The Oz Fest will open with Australian fashion at WIFW in Delhi with ramp show from Australian designer duo Anna Plunkett and Luke Sales which will also feature Brett Lee's new scarf line in collaboration with Panchachuli Women Weavers and Woolmark from the state of Indian Himalayas.