President
President
Ms Sahithi Paturi
Representative – Navya Andhra Telugu Association (NATA) 
Sahithi is deeply passionate about Indian culture and is committed to giving back her time and energy to the community. Since moving to Canberra over 20 years ago, she has been actively involved in community service, leading initiatives that build community connections, promote youth and women’s empowerment, and strengthen cultural spirit. In recognition of her dedication, she was named a finalist in the ABC Community Spirit Awards in 2023.
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.
Vice President
Vice President
Ms Sahithi Paturi
Representative – Canberra Malyalees Association (CMA) 
Georgey is an active Canberra community participant and a member of the Canberra Malayalees Association, as well as other local religious and community groups. He has led and helped organise a range of community-based cultural and sporting events, including multicultural events, music shows, and sporting activities.
Georgey is an experienced Information Security Manager with a strong record in delivering medium to large ICT projects across both private and public sector organisations. He holds an MBA from Charles Sturt University and is a Certified Information Security Manager through ISACA.
Georgey and his family have spent majority of the past 30 years in Australia between Sydney and Canberra. He is enthusiastic about helping others, especially those in need, and about bringing together community volunteers and like-minded donors to support shared causes.
Secretary
Secretary
Mr Soham Dingare
Representative – Rajdhani Marathi Mandal of Canberra (RMMC)
Treasurer
Treasurer
Mrs Priyanka Mishra
Representative – Bihar Jharkhand Sabha of Australia & New Zealand (BJSM)
Secretary & Treasurer & Cultural Co-ordinator – Albury Wodonga Indian Association (2012-2020) Committee Member – Gateway Health Wodonga – Project for Health & Wellbeing of Women from Ethnic Community 
Priyanka is born and brought up in the state of Bihar, India. She moved to Australia in 2009. She has been associated with AWIAA, Albury Wodonga in organising many community events, acting in different positions in co-ordination with local councils.
She is passionate about working for Women’s health and wellbeing and have been part of few committees. After living in Albury (NSW) moved to Canberra in 2022 to work in APS.
She likes gardening, cook for her family, and meet new people. She looks forward to work for the Indian community and their welfare in Canberra now.
Public Officer
Public Officer
Mr Praneeth Galla
Representative – Canberra Hindu Mandir (CHM) 
Praneeth Galla hails from the Telugu states of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana having spent majority of his time in Hyderabad. He is a Human Resources professional that has worked with several internationally reputed organisations in India and in Australia.
Ever since he moved to Australia in 2017, he has worked with several community organisations in various capacities. Praneeth is passionate about volunteering and community service works plays an active role in community activities. Having worked in community services, health and Indigenous services organisations in Australia, he understands the matters impacting the community and the importance of supporting the communities and the individuals in need. He strongly believes in the “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (the World is One Family) and thus believes in cooperation and inclusiveness across communities and cultures.
Praneeth was previously associated with the Telugu Association of Canberra and has previously served as the Secretary and the Community Coordinator of FINACT. Praneeth has further been associated with ACT Region Crimestoppers as one of the Board Directors and with the Canberra City and Suburban Cricket Association as the Records Secretary. Praneeth works for one of the Consulting firms in Canberra. He likes cooking, photography and participating in spiritual activities. Praneeth intends to support the Indian diaspora in the ACT and in Australia in every way possible through FINACT.
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AusIndia Fair
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Community Co-ordinator
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Senior Citizens Representative
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Youth Representative
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