The arrival of East Indian indentured laborers in Jamaica occurred in two main waves:
The first group of East Indian indentured laborers arrived in Jamaica on May 10, 1845.
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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