Jahsan And Ghambar In Perth Brings Much Joy

A good number of the Zoroastrian population in Perth partook of a well organised Jashan and Ghambar on the 5th of July, 2020. At least a hundred humdins attended the Dae Mahino Jashan ceremony, which was to take place earlier but was delayed due to the pandemic restrictions. 

With the Australian government recently relaxing the stringent rules, groups are now allowed to congregate. Organised by ZAWA (Zoroastrian Association of Western Australia), the event was held on a bright, sunny day in the midst of winter, with five Ervads carrying out the ceremony. Chasni comprising fruits, ravo and malido was served to all, after the Jashan. This was followed by an hour of watching a local soccer game – a friendly game on the field next door. A delicious Parsi lunch comprising dhansaak, kebabs and salads etc was highly appreciated by all. 

The Chasni and lunch was catered by the committee members along with volunteers. A number of young children and adults attending the event was a heartening sight. ZAWA President – Hoshang Deboo, voiced the vote of thanks to all the committee members for the tasty lunch, chasni and floral decorations and all in all, a very well-organised event. It was indeed a day well spent, and much looked forward to, when Zarthostis in Perth could finally come together and meet as a group, after the lockdown spanning a few months.