India’s Minister of State for External Affairs Dr. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh will attend the Girmit Day celebration which will provide the opportunity for deliberations on issues of common interest.
Dr. Singh will meet with Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and cabinet ministers to discuss prospects for future collaboration. His visit will commemorate Fiji and India’s special historical and cultural links that were established when indentured labourers arrived.
Indian High Commissioner to Fiji P.S. Karthigeyan says India is pleased to collaborate with the government to commemorate the arrival of the first Girmitiyas.
He also commended the Government's efforts to recognise the sacrifices of Girmitiyas and honour their contribution to Fiji’s national development.
