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AusIndia Fair
In Partnership with
Fair Canberra & South.Point Tuggeranong
Sat 27 June | 10 AM - 3 PM
Centre Court South.Point

Our focus

Mastering Coordination, Cooperation and Collaboration for our shared objectives.
BONDING

To present a unified front for all its member associations and promote the advancement of people of Indian origin in the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surroundings.

ENGAGEMENT

To act as a channel of communication between the Indian community and the Governments Federal, the Territory/State or the Indian Government) on welfare, social and economic matters.

INTERACTION

To promote an awareness about Indians being responsible Australian citizens and to cultivate a feeling of mutual respect through increased social & cultural interaction, sport and recreation.

INDIA CENTRE

To establish, develop and maintain an “India Centre” – a Community and Resource centre in ACT for use and benefit of member organisations and of the community.

GUIDELINES & ACTIONS

FINACT values Fraternity, Inclusiveness, Networking, Assistance, Cooperation and Teamwork.

Where FINACT Constitution stipulates certain actions, behaviour and provides guidelines, Annual Report provides vivid details of activities undertaken by FINACT in a financial year.


We welcome sponsors, promoters, stall holders, participants and volunteers.

Contact us at info@ausindiafair.com for opportunities.

AusIndia Fair 2026


Our Team of volunteers

We have been fortunate to have hardworking and visionary volunteers to serve the community.

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE 2025-26

Community leaders are voluntarily putting a lot of personal time and energy for the community with lots of passion.

Ms Divya RaviKumar
Ms Divya RaviKumar
President
Represents – Canberra Hindu Mandir

Born and raised in the multicultural & diverse city Bengaluru, Divya was actively engaged with Rotaract International and served in various committees for community service and youth development in India.
After completing Masters in UK, she moved to Canberra, Australia in 2009, she now calls home. She is a public servant and an active member of Karnataka Association of Canberra (KAC), organising and participating in various activities in KAC.
Ms Sahithi Paturi
Ms Sahithi Paturi
Vice President
Represents Navya Andhra Telugu Association

Sahithi is deeply passionate about Indian culture and is committed to giving back her time and energy to the community. Originally from Andhra Pradesh, Sahithi has lived in both Telugu states and takes pride in her cultural heritage. An engineer by training, she currently serves in senior management position within the Federal Government’s IT sector.
Mr Yogesh Mulye
Mr Yogesh Mulye
Secretary
Represents Rajdhani Marathi Mandal of Canberra

More recently, he has embraced the traditional Indian sport of Kho Kho, often joining local players – including some who have represented Australia in the World Championship. Yogesh brings the same enthusiasm, energy, and collaborative spirit to his community role as he does to his sporting and professional pursuits. Always approachable and willing to help, Yogesh is committed to supporting the community and fostering cultural connections.
Ms Tess Manuel
Ms Tess Manuel
Treasurer
Represents Canberra Malayalees Association

Tess Manuel is qualified Chartered Practicing Accountant (CPA Australia) with a deep expertise in costing, financial modelling and business performance analysis. She has demonstrated capability in managing external and internal stakeholders and providing recommendations, reports and analytical insights to key decision makers.

COLLABORATION

FINACT maintains and values relationship with member associations, government and non-government organisations of Australia and India to achieve shared objectives.


FINACT Initiatives

Our dedicated and skilled volunteers are weaving unheralded areas of community lives to infuse trust, confidence and collaboration to achieve inclusive and healthy social bonds.
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