Diwali Messages

The Guyana Public Service Union (GPSU) extends warm, heartfelt Happy Diwali greetings to the Hindu community across Guyana, to all celebrating the Festival of Lights around the world, and especially to our dedicated Members who continue to serve our nation with unwavering commitment despite facing challenging times.

Diwali, or Deepavali, carries a profound and universal significance as the celebration of the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance. The lighting of the traditional diya is a powerful reminder that truth and righteousness will ultimately prevail against adversity. In the spirit of the festival, the struggle for fairness, economic justice, and the rightful recognition of workers’ contributions stands as a beacon of hope against the shadows of hardship and neglect.

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As homes and streets glow with rows of diyas this year, the GPSU takes this opportunity to salute our Public Servants, whose hard work keeps the vital machinery of Guyana moving forward. It is a matter of profound concern and disappointment that, as we celebrate this festival of prosperity, the Government has not yet paid increased wages for public servants for 2026. This delay places an unfair burden on the very workers and their families who form the backbone of our Country. Just as the diya burns brightly through the darkness, our members’ resilience shines through, reinforcing our collective resolve to demand the financial dignity, fair compensation, and respect that Public Servants rightfully deserve.