Mr Narain Ramdeekul adds his name to Centenarian List

Mr Narain Ramdeekul, born on 23 May 1926, celebrated his centenarian birthday on Saturday 23 May 2026 during an official ceremony organised by the Ministry of Social Integration, Social Security and National Solidarity at the District Council of Moka in Quartier Militaire.

The Chairperson of the District Council of Moka, Mr Ramnarain Heerooa, representatives of the Senior Citizens Council as well as family members and friends were also present at the celebration.

To mark the occasion, Mr Ramdeekul was presented with a flower bouquet, a centenarian medal, a certificate and a cheque of Rs 26,203.

He also received a cheque of Rs 10,000 from the National Solidarity Fund and gifts comprising a shield, bath towel, hand towel and birthday card from the Senior Citizens Council.

Mr Ramdeekul studied up to Standard three before starting work at a young age following the passing of his father, in order to support his mother and family. He later became a hardworking cattle breeder and remained active until his retirement at the age of 75.

Mr Ramdeekul, affectionately known as “Dada”, married Mrs Goomany Taramathee in April 1952. The couple had one son, one daughter and raised a niece as their own daughter. He is now surrounded by a large family comprising seven grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren and one great-great-grandchild.

The centenarian enjoys all types of food and particularly loves barbecue parties. He values cleanliness, often cleaning his own room and sweeping the yard himself. In his leisure time, he enjoys watching television late into the night.

He attributes his longevity to his unwavering faith in God, his hard work and his abstinence from smoking and alcoholic drinks.

26 May 2026

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