Partition Stories: 'We crossed the river of blood, why not live together now?'

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Hundreds of emotional stories have been untold even after 75 years of partition. Abdul Khaliq Qazi of Melbourne and Balwant Singh Chadha of Sydney are among those who witnessed the creation of two states in 1947. Listen the memories of those who are living in Australia.


Both seniors suggest to learn from Australia's diverse and multicultural values.
(The podcast, which aired in August 2017, is being republished on the week of the 75th anniversary of Independence.)

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