Indian community contributions lauded

[gallery size="medium" td_select_gallery_slide="slide" td_gallery_title_input="Indian community contributions lauded" ids="123416,123417,123418"] By Mir Mohsin Ali RIYADH — Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs Abdulaziz M. Alrasheed, the guest of honor, appreciated the efforts and contribution rendered by the Indian community in the development of Saudi Arabia at the launching ceremony of the Riyadh chapter of Hyderabad Association at the Golden Tulip Hotel-Qasr Al Nasriah. The deputy minister particularly hailed the efforts of Hyderabadis in Saudi Arabia in his address. He said Indians can be seen in all the sectors and their presence is important in business, education etc. He promised help and support to the group. He congratulated the Hyderabad Association and newly inducted members of Riyadh Chapter and hoped that this association would help fellow Indians living in Saudi Arabia. Chief Guest Prominent Educationalist and Businessman Dr. Nadeem Tarin highlighted the contribution and services of the Indian community in various fields like education, construction and health. He stressed on the need to establish social services for the community in the Kingdom as well as back home in India. He said Indians are fortunate to have best education facility both in India and Saudi Arabia. He congratulated the newly formed body and assured his full support to the Hyderabad Association Riyadh Chapter for the welfare of the community and, said that they need to work for the betterment of the Indian community. Mirza Zaheer Baig, president, welcomed the gathering and gave the Power Point presentation about the association and introduced the newly elected members of the Riyadh chapter. He presented flower bouquets and mementos to the chief guest and guest of honor. Chief adviser Feroz Khan also spoke on this occasion and said this association needs to be among the best in the Kingdom. The other members are: Mohammed Abdul Rahman, chair person, Mohammed Hashim, vice president finance, Omar Khan, vice president education, Feroz Khan, chief adviser, Mohammed Abdulnaseer, patron. Executive Committee members: Mohammed Khaleel Ahmed, Mohammed Bakhtiyar, Irshad Ahmed Khan, Mohammed Azhar, M.A. Mateen, S.A. Shakir, Mohammed Ibrahim, Abdurahman Sheikh and Sheikh Sayeed. Earlier Unaif Hashim recited the verses of Holy Qur’an and Omar Khan proposed the vote of thanks. Chief Operating Officer Mohammed Sadeq conducted the proceedings. A large number from the Indian community were present on this occasion.