Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja has praised the Indian community in Uganda for supporting healthcare initiatives and strengthening relations between the two countries.
Nabbanja said she joined more than 11,000 people at the Plascon India Day 2026, organised by the Indian Association Uganda under its chairman, Paresh Mehta.
The event brought together members of the Indian community and other guests for a celebration that combined entertainment with fundraising for medical interventions targeting Ugandans.
In a statement, Nabbanja said the event went beyond the live concert, highlighting its contribution to healthcare, particularly for children and patients suffering from cataracts.
She said the initiative is expected to support more than 160 heart surgeries for children and 1,000 cataract surgeries for Ugandans.
“Beyond the fantastic live concert, this was for a noble cause,” Nabbanja said, pointing to the medical support as one of the key outcomes of the gathering.
The Prime Minister commended the Indian Association Uganda and the wider Indian community for their contribution to Uganda’s health sector.
She said such initiatives demonstrate the role played by community organisations and private partners in supporting healthcare services, particularly in areas where patients require specialised treatment.
The planned heart surgeries will benefit children requiring cardiac care, while the cataract procedures are expected to help Ugandans affected by impaired vision.
Nabbanja also linked the initiative to the longstanding relationship between Uganda and India, saying the Indian community’s contribution extends beyond business and cultural activities.
She said the support was helping to deepen the friendship between Uganda and India through practical interventions that directly benefit communities.
The Prime Minister’s remarks come as Uganda continues to rely on partnerships involving government, private organisations and communities to expand access to specialised healthcare.
The Plascon India Day event therefore served both as a cultural gathering and an avenue for mobilising support for medical care.
Nabbanja said she appreciated the Indian community’s continued contribution to Uganda, particularly its role in strengthening the country’s health sector and fostering closer people-to-people ties between Uganda and India.