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10 May - East Indian arrival in Jamica

 


The arrival of East Indian indentured laborers in Jamaica occurred in two main waves:

  1. The first group of East Indian indentured laborers arrived in Jamaica on May 10, 1845.

  2. The second wave of East Indian indentured laborers arrived in Jamaica in 1854.

These laborers were brought to Jamaica to work on sugar plantations and in other agricultural sectors, much like in other Caribbean countries. The recruitment of East Indian laborers was part of a broader system of indentured labor migration that took place in the 19th and early 20th centuries, following the abolition of slavery. The laborers were recruited from various regions in India and brought to the Caribbean to address the labor shortages on plantations after the emancipation of enslaved individuals.

While Indian Arrival Day is celebrated in some Caribbean countries to commemorate the arrival of Indian indentured laborers, it is not an official holiday in Jamaica. Nevertheless, the Indian community in Jamaica, although relatively small, continues to celebrate and maintain its cultural heritage through various events, religious celebrations, and community activities. This heritage includes elements of Indian culture, such as food, music, and dance.

 

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