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Indians in Fiji
Did you know that nearly two out of every five people in Fiji are of Indian origin?
The Indo-Fijian community is one of the most influential Indian diaspora groups in the world, with deep roots going back over a century. Here’s a detailed look at the Indian population in Fiji, based on official MEA data.
India has the largest diaspora in the world. According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), Government of India, around 35 million (3.5 crore) Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) live outside India.
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Indo Fijians Population
As per the latest Ministry of External Affairs report, 316,081 Indians are currently residing in Fiji.
- Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) – 313,798 (3.14 Lakh)
- Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) -2,283
Indo-Fijian Population in 2026
Indians form a major ethnic community in Fiji, accounting for around 38% of the total population. As of 2026, the estimated Indo-Fijian population stands at approximately 3.20 lakh.
Origins of Indo-Fijians
Most Indo-Fijians trace their ancestry to North and South India, arriving during the colonial period as indentured laborers. Major Regions of Origin in India
North India: Basti, Gonda, Faizabad, Sultanpur, Azamgarh
South India: Tamil and Telugu-speaking regions
Other immigrants: Free migrants from Gujarat (smaller numbers)
Where Do Indians Live in Fiji?
Indo-Fijians are mainly concentrated in:
The Sugar Belt
Cities and towns along the northern and western coasts of Viti Levu
Parts of Vanua Levu
These regions continue to be cultural and economic centers of the Indo-Fijian community.
Religion of Indian population in Fiji
According to the 1996 Fiji Census, the religious composition of Indians in Fiji is:
- Hindus: 76.7%
- Muslims: 15.9%
- Christians: 6.1%
- Sikhs: 0.9%
- Others / Non-religious: 0.4%