The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Finance, Prof. Biman Prasad, joined hundreds of devotees at Nausori’s Hexagon Plaza last night to mark the final day of the Ram Katha, a spiritual event led by renowned Indian spiritual leader, Pujya Rajan Ji Maharaj.
The concluding ceremony of the week‑long Ram Katha drew members of the Hindu community from across Fiji, offering a powerful celebration of devotion, tradition, and cultural heritage.
In his address, Prof. Prasad underscored the importance of preserving Indian culture and traditions, particularly among the youth. He highlighted the enduring ties between Fiji and India, noting that these connections continue to nurture cultural and spiritual exchanges that enrich Fiji’s diverse society.
“The strong relationship between India and Fiji has not only strengthened our diplomatic and development cooperation, but also allowed us to maintain the spiritual and cultural practices that are central to our identity as Indo-Fijians.”
Prof. Prasad expressed his gratitude to Pujya Rajan Ji Maharaj for bringing his teachings to Fiji and thanked the organisers and volunteers for their dedication in making the event a success.
Hindus form the second‑largest religious group in Fiji, comprising approximately 27.9 % of the population, according to the latest available statistics. Most Hindus in Fiji are of Indo‑Fijian descent, with around 76 % of the Indo‑Fijian community identifying as Hindu. While the Hindu share of the population has declined from about 45 % in 1976 to under 28 % by 2007, the community continues to play a vibrant role in Fiji’s cultural and spiritual life.
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