INDIA is expanding its healthcare support to Fiji, with plans for dialysis machines, a sea ambulance and a second Jaipur Foot camp that is expected to assist 650 amputees.
Speaking at the Ayurveda Day celebration at the Swami Vivekananda Cultural Centre in Suva on Wednesday, Indian High Commissioner to Fiji Suneet Mehta said India’s health co-operation with Fiji remained a key part of the two countries’ relationship.
“Our engagement in health and wellbeing, however, remains particularly close to our hearts,” Mr Mehta said.
“We have a number of initiatives in healthcare that strengthen our relationship.”
He highlighted India’s support for the construction of a 100-bed Super-Speciality Hospital in Fiji as one of the most significant symbols of its commitment to the country’s development.
He said an agreement recognising the Indian Pharmacopoeia would provide a framework for recognising standards for medicines manufactured in India.
Mr Mehta said an MoU signed during Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka’s visit to India last year would pave the way for Jan Aushadhi Kendras, providing affordable generic medicines in Fiji.
“India has also supported Fiji through the provision of anti-retroviral drugs on many occasions in the past, the most recent being in November 2025 and we remain open to providing more.”
He said India also planned to provide dialysis machines and a sea ambulance.
“We look forward to the second round of Jaipur Foot Camp scheduled for next month, which will help restore mobility and improve the quality of life of 650 amputees.”
Mr Mehta said the initiatives reflected India’s commitment to accessible healthcare and the two countries’ spirit of “Veilomani Dosti”.
