Indo-Guadeloupeans

Indo-Guadeloupeans are mostly descended from indentured workers who came mostly from South India in the late 19th century.

Over 10,000 of them perished as a result of difficult living and working conditions and the rest continued to be treated harshly until they secured some political rights in 1904 due to Henry Sidambarom's efforts.

There have also been Indians, specifically Sindhis, migrating to the island in recent years, setting up businesses such as gifts shops.

[3] Tamils in Guadeloupe started studying their own language in an effort to preserve their culture and traditions.

According to Meritxell Martín-i-Pardo:As French citizens, they [Guadeloupean Hindus] know that because France is a laïque state, religious practice is to be a private matter.

The Indian Associations in the territory are in the process of forming a committee, which will start working to realize the event.