Indian Social Forum observes 89th Saudi National Day

Media Release

September 29, 2019

Dammam: Indian Social Forum celebrated the 89th Saudi National Day on Tuesday marked the important of social and cultural exchanges in between Saudi society and Indian community.

Mr. Saeed Ahmed, Saudi national Advocate, inaugurated the event. He said that the bilateral relationship between Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and India has been prospering and benefiting both the nations. Kingdom of Saudi Arabia set out with positive actions, “Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030”, was adopted as a methodology and roadmap for economic and developmental action in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. In its aim to grant the Kingdom a leading position in all fields. And he express thanks to the Indian community being a part of celebrating 89th Saudi National day.

Mr. Tahir Hyderabad, Secretary, Indian Social Forum, Central Committee, said being the largest expatriate community in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Indians honestly consider Saudi Arabia as their ‘second home. The Indian community in Saudi Arabia has been well accepted at all echelons of the Saudi society and regarded as a community that is vital to the development of the country. Both countries are enjoying friendly relationship. And he extended his congratulations to the Kingdom’s leadership and Saudi society.

Mr. Abdusalam Master, General Secretary of India Fraternity Forum, Eastern Province, offer bouquet to the chief guest Advocate Saed Ahmad. Mr. Ashraf Puthoor, General Secretary of Indian Social Forum, welcomed the guests and gathering, he explained the vision and work of Indian Social Forum.

Mr. Masoor Shah of Hyderabad, Mr. Shernas Ashraf of Kerala, Mr. Salahudheen of Karnataka, Mr. Habeeb of Tamilnadu, Nameer Cheruvadi of Kerala were also invited as Guests and spoke on this occasion.

About Indian Social Forum:

Indian Social Forum – which embraces the entire Indian expatriate community in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. We aims to support the Indian expatriate community beyond regional, religious and linguistic barriers. The forum’s prime focus shall be welfare of the weaker sections among our community by taking active part in identifying their problems and helping them to resolve it legally. The Forum’s all activities are targeting to promote national integrity and communal harmony through cultural interactions and enlighten the importance of unity and thus take part in their nation-building process.

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Health and financial awareness session for workers in Sharjah by Consulate General of India, Ekata, Aim India Forum

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April 28,2025

On April 27, 2025, the Consulate General of India in Dubai and the Northern Emirates, in partnership with Ekata (Unity) and Aim India Forum, organized a vital health and financial awareness session at the PAN Gulf Labour Camp in Sharjah, UAE.

This event aimed to educate blue-collar workers on important health and financial matters, providing them with practical information to better manage their well-being and finances. Shaikh Muzaffer, the Founder President of Aim India Forum, expressed his gratitude to Mr. Anshul Gupta, CEO of Pan Gulf International Metals Industries UAE, for facilitating the platform, and to Dr. Satish Krishnan, Neurosurgeon at Al Qasimia Hospital Sharjah and President of the EKATA group, for his excellent coordination of the event.

The Consulate General of India invited the Aim India Forum to conduct informative lectures on various crucial topics, including financial scams, economic crimes, cyber fraud, SIM card fraud, and the dangers posed by fake recruitment agencies. Shaikh Muzaffer from Aim India Forum, alongside BCCI President Mr. Hidayath Addoor, also participated in a focused discussion on SIM card fraud and its risks.

The session concluded with important remarks from Shri Yatin Patel, the Deputy Consul General of India to Dubai. Shri Patel highlighted the significance of timely passport renewals and the need to protect passports as a form of identity. He also cautioned against scammers who target blue-collar workers, exploiting their identities to obtain illegal loans from banks. He urged all workers to remain vigilant and avoid falling prey to such fraudulent activities.

Mr. Deepak Dagar, Vice Consul for Labour and ICWF at the Indian Consulate, was also in attendance, adding valuable insights and contributing to the event’s success. This informative session provided blue-collar workers with essential knowledge to safeguard both their health and financial security in their daily lives.

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