Indians in Madagascar
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| Indo-Malagasy |
|---|
| Total population |
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20,000[1] |
| Regions with significant populations |
| Antananarivo |
| Languages |
| Hindi, Gujarati, French, English, Malagasy. |
| Religions |
| Hinduism, Islam |
| Related ethnic groups |
| Non-resident Indian and Person of Indian Origin, Desi |
There is an established Indian community in Madagascar since 1900 with the arrival of Gujaratis from Saurashtra. Initial arrivals were mainly mainly Muslim Khojas, Ismailis and Daoudi Bohras, who were followed by some Hindus.
Post nationalisation of private businesses in the 1970s, many were compelled to leave but sayed on and gradually built their businesses. It is generally believed that Indians control 50-60% of the nation's economy. Hence they become an east target of demonstrators whenever theire is unrest.
See Hinduism in Madagascar for more information.
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