'Victoria committed to prevent any violence against Indians'

'Victoria committed to prevent any violence against Indians'

Natasha Chaku

Melbourne, Oct 3 (PTI) Victoria's acting premier Rob
Hulls Saturday asserted that his government was firmly
committed to prevent any violence against the Indian community
in Australia since the state wanted "to remain as the most
peaceful and diverse place in the world."

"We keep standing firm against any ignorance or
violence that might undermine the diversity, therefore
strength of our community," Hulls spoke before lighting lamps
at Diwali celebration in front of a huge gathering.

Commenting on the recent trip of Victorian premier
John Brumby to India, Hulls said "He (Brumby) was there to
deliver the simple message that our relationship with India
and with Indian community in Victoria is strong and will not
be and never be undermined."

"That's why our government is taking strong action.
More police on the streets with more powers to deal with
violent offenders... Our laws are better to enable judges to
specifically consider whether the crime is racially
motivated," he said.

"Our police will continue to work very closely with
Indian community on the matters of safety because we want
Victoria to remain as the most peaceful and diverse place in
the world," Hulls said, while assuring the community. (More)
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