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Himachal native becomes mayor in Australian city
Abhishek Awasthi, from Himachal Pradesh, became Greater Bendigo’s first mayor of Indian heritage on November 9, 2026. Arriving as an international student in 2008, he worked in public service and later served as deputy mayor. His appointment marks a milestone.
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