Malhotra appointed as India’s envoy to Russia Kuwait: The Indian ambassador to Kuwait Ajai Malhotra will be cutting short his highly successful posting here to take up a new ambassadorial assignment in Russia shortly, according to staff at the Indian Embassy in Kuwait.
In a brief time span of just two years Ambassador Malhotra has certainly left an indelible positive mark on Kuwait far beyond the realm of international relations alone, said officials at the embassy yesterday.
Kuwait has been an interesting and invigorating posting for Ambassador Ajai Malhotra, a career diplomat, who has won the hearts of both his large contingent of countrymen and the local Kuwaiti populace, said an embassy official.
Displaying very strong diplomatic skills and efficiency in tackling issues facing the Indian community, the official said, he has never failed to use the excellent relations he had with the local authorities to resolve outstanding issues of the community.
He has worked selflessly and tirelessly to further build and develop relations with the Kuwait government establishment while engaging with the Indian community, the official went on, adding that his sharp observation and listening skills, along with his insight and experience have played a pivotal role in identifying areas for improvement and change.
Barely a month after taking charge Ambassador Malhotra arranged a visit to Kuwait by the Indian Vice- President Hamid Ansari. Noting that such a high-level visit last occurred more than 35 years ago, he realized that such visits help to take relations between friendly nations to new levels. Indeed, with practically the whole Kuwaiti cabinet turning up at the airport to receive the vice-president it was a diplomatic coup not witnessed by the Indian community for a long time.
The visit paved the way for even greater strengthening of relations between the two nations with many MoU’s signed to further strengthen the age old friendship, as well as enabling the ambassador to meet and develop a friendship with senior leadership figures in Kuwait. His warm and personable disposition was well received and he was instantly perceived as a dear friend, said the Indian embassy official.
These diplomatic “friendships” soon became the hallmark of his two-year tenure here, where he had easy access to all Kuwait’s high-level decision-makers, with his advice being valued and welcomed on various levels. Ambassador Malhotra strengthened the confidence of the local expatriate Indian community by always being available for either friendly advice or to participate in and offer his support to Indian community-based activities.
During his tenure the ambassador also hosted visits by other high-level Indian dignitaries, such as the Minister of External Affairs, Minister of State for Finance, business delegations, football teams, cultural troupes, journalists and politicians, with the interaction between the two nations becoming even stronger and more outstanding than it had been previously.
During the first year of Ambassador Malhotra’s posting here the Indian community in Kuwait grew to more than 600,000, with the demands of engaging with such a diverse and dynamic group requiring immense reserves of patience, stamina, time and effort, qualities which the ambassador possesses in abundance. On some occasions the Indian ambassador’s presence was required at multiple locations on the same day, and he graciously managed to fit all of these in, irrespective of their importance, showing a keen interest in the various activities on all his visits.
If the community feels honored and happy with my presence at their functions then I feel I am duty-bound and happy to honor their requests,” he emphasized, downplaying his hectic schedule.
The members of Kuwait’s Indian community have long been lauded by the Kuwaiti leadership for their hard work and sincere dedication. Known for their law-abiding and industrious nature, the country’s Indian expatriates have long been favorites with their local hosts. Ambassador Malhotra’s encouragement has always been a source of inspiration and motivation for the Indian community. He has frequently used his good offices to provide timely advice and guidance on several issues.
The ambassador accomplished most of the tasks he set out to achieve within his first year of taking office, with the labor and welfare services offered to the Indian expatriate community being vastly improved while passport services were outsourced.
Also during his tenure, the overcrowding at the embassy which had previously become the norm was quickly reduced, whilst two private centers were set up to service the needs of the vast Indian community.
Providing assistance to Indian workers, including domestic personnel, was another area in which Ambassador Malhotra took a keen and compassionate interest. He quickly reviewed recruitment procedures, making them more favorable to the workforce whilst helping bring about an increase in minimum wages, bearing in mind the rising cost of living. Clearly this has and will further reduce labor-related tensions for the local community in the future.
Working closely with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor, Ambassador Malhotra’s has been instrumental in persuading Kuwait’s government to adopt labor friendly policies. Today, the Indian Embassy safe house for runaway maids serves as a role model for other embassies in the country, as well as for other Indian embassies in the region.
It has not always been an easy task, given that he had to work within the limitations of various factors. Changing mindsets has never been easy, but his steely grit and determination to genuinely bring about a change made the difference. His calm perseverance has always kept him on course to achieve his objectives.
There were many instances, such as that during the Diwali celebrations last year, when only his personal intervention at the highest level came to the rescue of Indian nationals. Similarly, when power cuts affected members of the Indian community living in Jleeb Al Shuyoukh at the height of summer, he went out of his way to ensure that their requirements were met, said the embassy official, adding that the ambassador never declined to support, participate or engage with the community in any instance. Ambassador Malhotra’s earnest and sincere efforts always paid off when dealing with complicated issues.
Whether it was politics, business, culture or sports-related diplomacy Ambassador Malhotra handled his duties with a calm ease and dignity few can emulate, the official went on, adding that the Festival of India in Kuwait was among the crowning achievements of his tenure. The first-ever one-week Festival of India in Kuwait, the event was a masterpiece showcasing a culturally rich and diverse heritage by providing glimpses of performing and visual arts from all over India. It was the very first time that residents of Kuwait had the chance to witness a cultural extravaganza on such a grand scale.
Ambassador Malhotra also went out of his way to organize a number of local media trips to India, which received extensive media coverage in both Kuwait’s English and Arabic press.
While he comes across as a serious and reserved diplomat, the embassy official revealed, Ambassador Malhotra’s amicable and exuberant personality are quickly reflected in all his interactions. People who had the opportunity to deal with him at closer levels are quick to point to his compassionate and sensitive side and his sincere efforts to help those in need.
It is obvious that the support and encouragement of his charming wife Ira Malhotra have not gone unnoticed either, said the embassy official, adding that her strong presence alongside him has made them one of the most popular couples in diplomatic circles while in her own right she has patronized social activities in Indian and international women associations.
Even after he has left to take up his new posting, the ambassador will be fondly remembered in Kuwait as a friend and mentor of the community who did his best and made his country and countrymen proud of him having also raised India-Kuwait linkages to a qualitatively new level, the embassy official concluded, asserting that Kuwait’s loss will surely be Russia’s gain.
In a brief time span of just two years Ambassador Malhotra has certainly left an indelible positive mark on Kuwait far beyond the realm of international relations alone, said officials at the embassy yesterday.
Kuwait has been an interesting and invigorating posting for Ambassador Ajai Malhotra, a career diplomat, who has won the hearts of both his large contingent of countrymen and the local Kuwaiti populace, said an embassy official.
Displaying very strong diplomatic skills and efficiency in tackling issues facing the Indian community, the official said, he has never failed to use the excellent relations he had with the local authorities to resolve outstanding issues of the community.
He has worked selflessly and tirelessly to further build and develop relations with the Kuwait government establishment while engaging with the Indian community, the official went on, adding that his sharp observation and listening skills, along with his insight and experience have played a pivotal role in identifying areas for improvement and change.
Barely a month after taking charge Ambassador Malhotra arranged a visit to Kuwait by the Indian Vice- President Hamid Ansari. Noting that such a high-level visit last occurred more than 35 years ago, he realized that such visits help to take relations between friendly nations to new levels. Indeed, with practically the whole Kuwaiti cabinet turning up at the airport to receive the vice-president it was a diplomatic coup not witnessed by the Indian community for a long time.
The visit paved the way for even greater strengthening of relations between the two nations with many MoU’s signed to further strengthen the age old friendship, as well as enabling the ambassador to meet and develop a friendship with senior leadership figures in Kuwait. His warm and personable disposition was well received and he was instantly perceived as a dear friend, said the Indian embassy official.
These diplomatic “friendships” soon became the hallmark of his two-year tenure here, where he had easy access to all Kuwait’s high-level decision-makers, with his advice being valued and welcomed on various levels. Ambassador Malhotra strengthened the confidence of the local expatriate Indian community by always being available for either friendly advice or to participate in and offer his support to Indian community-based activities.
During his tenure the ambassador also hosted visits by other high-level Indian dignitaries, such as the Minister of External Affairs, Minister of State for Finance, business delegations, football teams, cultural troupes, journalists and politicians, with the interaction between the two nations becoming even stronger and more outstanding than it had been previously.
During the first year of Ambassador Malhotra’s posting here the Indian community in Kuwait grew to more than 600,000, with the demands of engaging with such a diverse and dynamic group requiring immense reserves of patience, stamina, time and effort, qualities which the ambassador possesses in abundance. On some occasions the Indian ambassador’s presence was required at multiple locations on the same day, and he graciously managed to fit all of these in, irrespective of their importance, showing a keen interest in the various activities on all his visits.
If the community feels honored and happy with my presence at their functions then I feel I am duty-bound and happy to honor their requests,” he emphasized, downplaying his hectic schedule.
The members of Kuwait’s Indian community have long been lauded by the Kuwaiti leadership for their hard work and sincere dedication. Known for their law-abiding and industrious nature, the country’s Indian expatriates have long been favorites with their local hosts. Ambassador Malhotra’s encouragement has always been a source of inspiration and motivation for the Indian community. He has frequently used his good offices to provide timely advice and guidance on several issues.
The ambassador accomplished most of the tasks he set out to achieve within his first year of taking office, with the labor and welfare services offered to the Indian expatriate community being vastly improved while passport services were outsourced.
Also during his tenure, the overcrowding at the embassy which had previously become the norm was quickly reduced, whilst two private centers were set up to service the needs of the vast Indian community.
Providing assistance to Indian workers, including domestic personnel, was another area in which Ambassador Malhotra took a keen and compassionate interest. He quickly reviewed recruitment procedures, making them more favorable to the workforce whilst helping bring about an increase in minimum wages, bearing in mind the rising cost of living. Clearly this has and will further reduce labor-related tensions for the local community in the future.
Working closely with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Labor, Ambassador Malhotra’s has been instrumental in persuading Kuwait’s government to adopt labor friendly policies. Today, the Indian Embassy safe house for runaway maids serves as a role model for other embassies in the country, as well as for other Indian embassies in the region.
It has not always been an easy task, given that he had to work within the limitations of various factors. Changing mindsets has never been easy, but his steely grit and determination to genuinely bring about a change made the difference. His calm perseverance has always kept him on course to achieve his objectives.
There were many instances, such as that during the Diwali celebrations last year, when only his personal intervention at the highest level came to the rescue of Indian nationals. Similarly, when power cuts affected members of the Indian community living in Jleeb Al Shuyoukh at the height of summer, he went out of his way to ensure that their requirements were met, said the embassy official, adding that the ambassador never declined to support, participate or engage with the community in any instance. Ambassador Malhotra’s earnest and sincere efforts always paid off when dealing with complicated issues.
Whether it was politics, business, culture or sports-related diplomacy Ambassador Malhotra handled his duties with a calm ease and dignity few can emulate, the official went on, adding that the Festival of India in Kuwait was among the crowning achievements of his tenure. The first-ever one-week Festival of India in Kuwait, the event was a masterpiece showcasing a culturally rich and diverse heritage by providing glimpses of performing and visual arts from all over India. It was the very first time that residents of Kuwait had the chance to witness a cultural extravaganza on such a grand scale.
Ambassador Malhotra also went out of his way to organize a number of local media trips to India, which received extensive media coverage in both Kuwait’s English and Arabic press.
While he comes across as a serious and reserved diplomat, the embassy official revealed, Ambassador Malhotra’s amicable and exuberant personality are quickly reflected in all his interactions. People who had the opportunity to deal with him at closer levels are quick to point to his compassionate and sensitive side and his sincere efforts to help those in need.
It is obvious that the support and encouragement of his charming wife Ira Malhotra have not gone unnoticed either, said the embassy official, adding that her strong presence alongside him has made them one of the most popular couples in diplomatic circles while in her own right she has patronized social activities in Indian and international women associations.
Even after he has left to take up his new posting, the ambassador will be fondly remembered in Kuwait as a friend and mentor of the community who did his best and made his country and countrymen proud of him having also raised India-Kuwait linkages to a qualitatively new level, the embassy official concluded, asserting that Kuwait’s loss will surely be Russia’s gain.
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