External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar joined Jamaican PM Andrew Holness in Kingston to inaugurate a new electronic scoreboard at Sabina Park, a landmark cricket venue. The scoreboard, presented by India, was described as a gesture reflecting deepening friendship and shared cultural links between the two countries.
In a message shared online, Jaishankar highlighted the significance of cricket in India–Jamaica relations, noting that the sport has long connected the two nations through mutual respect and camaraderie. He expressed hope that the new facility would witness many memorable performances and further strengthen bilateral ties.
‘The India-Jamaica story is written in runs, written in respect, written in friendship.’
Joined Prime Minister @AndrewHolnessJM in formally dedicating the electronic scoreboard at Sabina Park, gifted by India.
‘May this scoreboard count many great innings to come. Among them,… pic.twitter.com/h5dxnZC6cX
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 4, 2026
The Minister also acknowledged the absence of Jamaican cricket legend Chris Gayle during the ceremony.
During his visit, Jaishankar engaged with members of the Indian community in Jamaica, discussing their contributions and the evolving partnership between the two nations. He outlined India’s recent progress in infrastructure, technology, and governance, emphasising opportunities for closer cooperation.
Pleasure to interact with the Indian community in Jamaica. Good to hear the Prime Minister of Jamaica speak so warmly about their many contributions.
Shared with them recent developments in 🇮🇳-🇯🇲 ties. Discussed the transformation underway at home, especially in infrastructure,… pic.twitter.com/HFi2i4ko2D
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 4, 2026
The Minister also travelled to Old Harbour, recognised as the site where the first Indian indentured labourers arrived in Jamaica more than 180 years ago. He met community members who continue to preserve Indian traditions and heritage, and thanked Jamaican ministers Olivia ‘Babsy’ Grange and Edmund Bartlett for their presence.
Glad to visit Old Harbour, the historic site where the first Indians arrived in Jamaica over 180 years ago.
Interacted with members of the Indian diaspora, witnessing how they have preserved their culture, traditions, and identity.
Thank Ministers @Babsy_grange and… pic.twitter.com/fAfaNqBF5z
— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) May 3, 2026
Jaishankar’s Caribbean tour will continue with visits to Suriname and Trinidad and Tobago.
According to India’s Ministry of External Affairs, these nations share historical connections with India through the descendants of ‘Girmitiya’ labourers, Indians who migrated under colonial-era contracts in the 19th century and later settled in the region.
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