Nukulau Island is a historic monument for the Girmitiyas
Nukulau Island is a significant historic monument for Girmitiyas in Fiji, as it became a quarantine depot before dispersing the labourers to plantations in other parts of
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Indentured labourers' story is an important part of our shared history – Prof. Prasad
The story of the indentured labourers is marred by both time and tragedy and it is an important part of our shared history as a global community. These were the sentim
Girmit Day expenditure is justified – Prof. Prasad
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad says the significance of Girmit Day cannot be underestimated and the expenditure is justified. W
Naivilaca Village declared as a Peace Village
Building relationships between the iTaukei and other races is part of our spiritual lives for the betterment of our future generations. This was the message highlighte
Descendants of Girmitiyas look forward to the reconciliation service on Sunday but the British colonisers need to apologize - Kapoor
While escaping from the darkest time of the colonised British India era and ending up on Fijian shores not knowing they will be accepted or neglected, the 1st and 2nd gen
Fiji would be in a different state if Girmityas would not have come to Fiji - Rasogo
The nation would be in a different state if Girmityas would not have come to Fiji. This was highlighted by Savenaca Rasogo from Vunikawakawa, Labasa while acknowledgin
More than 150 new knowledge pieces on Girmit expected to be imparted during Girmit Conference
Fijians will get to see 150 or so new knowledge pieces on Girmit being imparted as well as experienced Surinamese musicians among various activities during the two day Gi
It is very critical to involve the young generation in the Girmit day celebration - Kiran
It is very critical to involve the young generation in the Girmit day celebration as that is our identity and the grounding we have. This was highlighted by the Chair of
Chand recalls the hardship and struggles of his ancestors
94 year old Rup Chand of Samabula, Suva is recalling the hardship and struggles his ancestors went through during the girmit days. Chand says his grandparents and pare
Government recognises the important contribution of Girmitiyas - Kiran
The Government of the day recognises the important contribution of Girmitiyas and their rightful place in Fiji's history and therefore they have introduced Girmit Day.
Sanatan Fiji appreciates kindness from the Methodist Church of Fiji
The National Secretary of Shree Sanatan Dharm Pratinidhi Sabha Fiji, Pandit Krishneel Krishan Tiwari says they are overwhelmed with gratitude that the Methodist Church of
The struggles of the girmitiyas and forefathers depict what Fiji is today – Bulileka resident
The struggles and sacrifices of the girmitiyas and our forefathers depict what Fiji is today in terms of business and the economy. This has been highlighted by Bihari
Several key events to be held during the official Girmit celebrations
Several key events will be held during the official Girmit celebrations from the 11th to the 15th of this month including plans for eco tourism launches in Navilaca, Rewa
There is a lot of hurt and we all have to set the foundation right - Kiran
Assistant Minister of Women, Children and Poverty Alleviation and the Chair of the Girmit celebrations, Sashi Kiran says the thanksgiving and reconciliation service being
Methodist Church to lead historic service for the Girmitiyas on May 14th
A historic thanksgiving and reconciliation service will be held for the descendants of Girmitiyas on Sunday May 14th at the Vodafone Arena where the Methodist Church of F
Girmit and Ratu Sukuna Day celebration is a one time expenditure - PM
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka has clarified that the funds that will be used for the Girmit and Ratu Sukuna Day celebrations is a one time thing and it will be different
We have reintroduced Girmit Day to recognize and celebrate the Girmityas and their rightful place in Fiji’s history - Rabuka
Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says they have reintroduced Girmit Day to recognize and celebrate the Girmityas and their descendants and their rightful place in Fijiâ€
$500,000 approved for Girmit Day Celebration – Prof Prasad
$500,000 has been approved for the Girmit Day Celebrations that includes a two day conference and the same amount has been allocated to Ratu Sukuna Day. This was highl
Cabinet approves Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day and Girmit Day and removes Constitution Day as a public holiday
Cabinet has approved the inclusion of Ratu Sir Lala Sukuna Day and Girmit Day in the revised 2023 Public Holiday dates and removed Constitution Day as a public holiday.
Girmit Day and Ratu Sukuna Day to be public holidays
Girmit Day and Ratu Sukuna Day will be official public holidays in 2023. While speaking during his inaugural address to the nation, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says