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CIVIL SERVANTS ENCOURAGED TO CELEBRATED 145TH GIRMIT DAY COMMEMORATION

May 10, 2024

SUVA -The eagerly anticipated 145th Girmit Day Commemoration is set to take place at the Lautoka Girmit Multi Cultural Center from tomorrow until Monday.

In preparation for this significant national event, Ministries are advised to extend support by releasing Civil Servants to participate as required.

Permanent Secretary for Civil Service Mr. Parmesh Chand said Girmit Day stands as an essential occasion for all Fijians to come together and celebrate the shared history and the enduring spirit of the Fijian community.

“This annual event pays tribute to the enduring legacy of the Girmit indentured laborers whose contributions have profoundly enriched Fiji's cultural tapestry,” Mr.Chand said.

The official festivities will kick off tomorrow, featuring a vibrant array of cultural performances and entertainment throughout the day.

Attendees will have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the traditions and customs that highlight Fiji's rich heritage.

The main celebration will be on Monday, May 13th, with the distinguished presence of the President His Excellency Ratu Wiliame Katonivere.

Simultaneously, a parallel event is scheduled for Labasa on Saturday, May 11th, 2024, at Subrail Park from 2pm to 5pm. 

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