Jamaica celebrates 63rd Independence anniversary
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Celebrated under the theme “Be Proud, Be Bold, in the Black, Green and Gold”, bringing together more than 900 guests.
The Jamaican High Commission in New Delhi celebrated Jamaica's 63rd Independence anniversary under the theme “Be Proud, Be Bold, in the Black, Green and Gold”, bringing together more than 900 guests.
The evening commenced with a warm address from Jason K. M. Hall, Jamaica’s High Commissioner to India, who underscored the significance of the National Day and highlighted the deepening bilateral partnership between the two countries:
“We are celebrating multiple milestones: 63 years of Independence, alongside 63 years of uninterrupted diplomatic relations with India; 187 years of the full abolition of slavery; and earlier in May, we marked 180 years since the first Indian Arrival in Jamaica. We are delighted to share on this occasion a glimpse of Jamaica, hopefully compelling our friends and colleagues to visit."
The Jamaican reggae artiste ‘Tessellated’, said to have electrified the crowd with a live performance that captured the spirit and soul of the island. The culinary journey featured a outdoor jerk station and a special Ital food station offering delectable Jamaican cuisine. The Appleton Estate Rum offered guests a taste of Jamaica’s finest spirit. Attendees also said to have enjoyed the exquisite taste of Jamaica's Blue Mountain Coffee.
The event was also reported to attended by members of the Diplomatic Corps, senior government officials, industry leaders, media representatives, and cultural icons, who truly reflected the enduring friendship between Jamaica and India.
The evening also saw the presence of Anupriya Patel, Union Minister of State, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, and Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, India, who served as the Chief Guest. As part of the evening's program, she was warmly felicitated by High Commissioner Hall.
