The PAFA Eid Milan Party and Musical Night 2025, hosted on Monday, 7th April at the iconic Rockdale Himalaya, was a heartfelt celebration of community, culture, and Eid festivities in Sydney. This remarkable event was organized by Mr. Arshad Naseem Butt, President of the Pak Australia Friendship Association (PAFA), and brought together leaders, artists, and families from across the Pakistani and South Asian community.
🎉 Eid Milan Party That Brought the Community Together
Eid in Sydney was made even more memorable by this vibrant community event, designed to unite new and long-standing members of the Pakistani diaspora in a joyful and culturally enriching atmosphere.
The evening was a beautiful blend of festive spirit and cultural heritage, attended by several prominent guests including:
- Mr. Shaukat Moselmane (Former Member of Parliament)
- Sir Qamar Khan
- Commander Osman Khan
- Mr. Shakil Ahmed (Pakistan Mission)
- Chaudhry Iqbal (President, Pakistan Association)
- Paanwala Sahib (Community Lawyer)
- Mr. Fasih (South Asian Muslim Association)
- Mr. Arif Shad (Immigration Consultant)
- Mr. Hanif Bismi (MEEF)
- Mr. Khalid Saroha (General Secretary, Pakistan Association)
Though HE Zahid Hafeez Chaudhri was unable to attend due to official duties in Canberra, his warm wishes were shared with the audience. The event’s Chief Guest, Mr. Hamid Saroha, unfortunately couldn’t attend due to illness but conveyed his heartfelt Eid greetings.
📝 Poetry, Culture & Community Spirit
The PAFA Eid Milan Night was not just a celebration—it was a showcase of Pakistani and South Asian literary and musical excellence.
The audience was treated to powerful poetic performances by:
- Nafas Ambalvi – a renowned Indian poet
- Ashraf Shad – an acclaimed Pakistani writer
- Syed Altaf Zubair – respected local poet
🎶 A Musical Night to Remember in Rockdale
Following the literary segment, the energy soared with live musical performances from Sydney’s top talents:
🎤 Sandhya Nag, Pankaj Ghadia, Anita Ghadia, Adeel Shakoor, Zafar Iqbal, Malathy Madhaven, Priya Dass, and Naresh Golani.
Special appreciation goes to Mr. Sattvik Dass and Mr. Shraddha Dass, whose musical mastery added richness to the evening. The event was beautifully anchored by Ms. Ingita Chaddha, and every moment was expertly captured by Mr. Shafqat and his photography team. The lively soundscape was handled flawlessly by DJ Javed, who has become a familiar name in the Sydney community event scene.
🤝 Strengthening the Pakistani Community in Sydney
The PAFA Eid Milan Party 2025 served as a powerful reminder of the importance of community, belonging, and celebrating cultural identity. With the growing number of Pakistani migrants and South Asian families in Sydney, events like this continue to nurture a sense of unity and support.
🙏 Gratitude from Pak Australia Friendship
Mr. Arshad Naseem Butt, President of Pak Australia Friendship, expressed his sincere gratitude to everyone involved:
“Thank you to all our guests, artists, and volunteers for making this night a resounding success. These moments of unity are what keep our community strong and vibrant.”
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