Indians in Cyprus
The community of Indians in Cyprus includes Indian expatriates in Cyprus, as well as Cypriot citizens of Indian origin or descent. Even though Cyprus has a much smaller community of Indians compared to other western countries, the community boasts over 2000 Indians primarily in the field of ICT (Information, Communication, Technology) and shipping industry. A large number are employed in various offshore companies. The multi-national company Amdocs maintains an office in Limassol which currently employs over 400 Indian software programmers.[1]
Total population | |
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2,000 | |
Regions with significant populations | |
Nicosia | |
Languages | |
Greek · Turkish · English · Hindi · Various Indian Languages | |
Religion | |
Hinduism · Christianity · Islam · Sikhism · Religions of India | |
Related ethnic groups | |
Person of Indian Origin |
The community also includes many students who have come to Cyprus to pursue higher studies.[2][3] The population has grown almost ten-fold since 1997, when there were barely 300-400 long term Indians present.[2]
Notable people
- Kodendera Subayya Thimayya - Chief of Army Staff (India)
See also
- Indians in Turkey
- Hinduism in Cyprus
References
- "1". Archived from the original on 2011-07-14. Retrieved 2010-12-16.
- President Pratibha Patil leaves for London, Cyprus: DNA India
- Sanskriti Cyprus