New Delhi, May 13 -- Union Minister of State for External Affairs Pabitra Margherita on his first official visit to the Republic of Fiji, attended the attended the 146th Girmit Day celebrations in Fiji as the Guest of Honour. The event was held in the presence of Fiji's Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka, who served as the Chief Guest.

Addressing the gathering, Margherita paid rich tributes to the legacy of the Girmitiyas - indentured Indian labourers who were brought to Fiji between 1879 and 1920. He highlighted their extraordinary resilience, sacrifices, and contribution in shaping Fiji's multicultural society.

Describing the Girmitiyas as a symbol of courage and determination, Margherita emphasized their role in laying the foundation for...