Indian Consulate in Melbourne vandalised with graffiti on main entrance

The Indian Consulate General in Melbourne faced another vandalism attack, with graffiti found at the main entrance of the diplomatic office situated at 344 St Kilda Road.

The vandalism took place early on Thursday, at approximately 1.00 am. The Australia Today reported that Victoria Police officers visited the location in the morning after receiving reports about graffiti on the premises.

The incident of defacing at the premises of the Consulate General of India in Melbourne by miscreants has been raised with Australian authorities. All necessary steps are being taken to ensure safety and security of Indian diplomatic and consular premises and personnel in the…

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The Indian High Commissioner in Australia issued a statement saying, "The incident of defacing at the premises of the Consulate General of India in Melbourne by miscreants has been raised with Australian authorities. All necessary steps are being taken to ensure safety and security of Indian diplomatic and consular premises and personnel in the country."