Indian nationals from around the country celebrated the 68th Republic Day of India by gathering at the Suva Civic Centre Auditorium where a reception for the celebrations was held.
While speaking at the event, Indian High Commissioner to Fiji Vishvas Sapkal says that Fiji and India have very close friendly relations and is one of India's closest friends.
Sapkal says although they are celebrating the ‘India Day', they are also celebrating Fiji's constant growth.
He says Fiji and India have history which has linked the two countries closer.
He also congratulated Fiji for being voted to lead the COP 23 and says that they are willing to give any help needed.
Meanwhile, the President Jioji Konrote and the Prime Minister Voreqe Bainimarama were also part of the celebrations along with Government minister's and foreign dignitaries.
