Australian govt will provide safe environment to Indian people: Prez Murmu

President Droupadi Murmu on Friday expressed confidence that the Australian government would take all necessary steps to provide a safe and positive environment to the Indian community there.

The president's remarks during an interaction with Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese came following reports of attacks on temples in Australia over the past few weeks.

Welcoming Albanese and his delegation to the Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Murmu said, "The Indian community in Australia is known for being hardworking and peace-loving, with entrepreneurial skills."

She expressed confidence that the Australian government would take all necessary steps to provide a safe, secure and positive environment to the Indian community in Australia," according to a statement issued by the Rashtrapati Bhavan.

The president said India and Australia enjoy a very friendly relationship.

"The comprehensive strategic partnership between the two countries has given a boost to the bilateral engagements,