Federation Party

Opposition with a purpose. Formed in 1964 to carry the growers’ case into constitutional negotiations and independence-era politics.

Founding & key people

Constituted 21 June 1964. Led by A.D. Patel (President) and S.M. Koya (Vice-President).

Why it mattered

Articulated common-roll ideas, civil liberties, and clean government—the backbone of Indo-Fijian liberal politics.

Flashpoints & campaigns

• 1965 London talks; opposition campaigns that set up a merger into NFP (1968).

Today

Historical predecessor to the National Federation Party.

Legacy

Institutionalised dissent inside Parliament.