By our business reporter
Melbourne, 23 May, 2013: The Governor of Victoria yesterday honored the ex-Premier of Victoria Mr. Ted Baillieu with the Australia India Business Council (Victoria) Ashoka Award at a glittering function at the Grand Hayat, Melbourne. In his address to those present, Mr. Ted Baillieu said he was delighted to work with the Indian community and with India.
” I love every bit of my involvement with India and thank the AIBC and all those involved for honouring me with the Ashoka Award.”
He also traced the relations between Victoria and India and detailed the various trade missions he initiated to India. The former Premier also thanked the Indian media in Melbourne and in India for doing a great job.
The dinner event was also addressed by the Victorian Governor. Mr. John Perera (AIBC) and the President of AIBC-Victoria, Mr. Ravi Bhatia.
Mr Bhatia thanked the VIPs and all those present and appreciated the support of all sponsors.
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