King's Birthday Honours: OAM for Saurabh Mishra’s contribution to community, music and end-of-life support

Melbourne resident Saurabh Mishra has been recognised with the Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the General Division for his outstanding service to the community. After more than two decades volunteering at a palliative care centre, he supports patients and helps document and preserve their life stories through the centre’s care programs. He is also co-founder and organiser of the Melbourne International Festival of Hindustani Classical Music, now in its sixth year. Speaking with SBS Hindi, he reflects on his work in palliative care and the importance of social inclusion and community connection.