🏅 Recognition No. 001
Government of India
15 January 2026
News On Air – Embassy of India, Riyadh
Mega Tourism Promotion Event
📋 Recognition Details
| Archive Reference |
R-001 |
| Event Date |
15 January 2026 |
| Publication Date |
17 January 2026 |
| Venue |
Embassy of India – Riyadh |
| Recognizing Authority |
Government of India |
| Official Publisher |
News On Air |
| Category |
Government & Diplomatic Recognition |
📖 Official Narration
Recognition No. 001 marks the opening chapter of the Official Recognition & Diplomatic Archive of Indian Saudi Couple Travellers. It commemorates an official acknowledgement of Capt. Mir Shakeel UrRahman and Capt. Amal Ahmed within the Government of India's international media network, preserving an important record in their continuing journey of cultural diplomacy, responsible tourism and global friendship.
The recognition was published by News On Air, the official broadcasting and digital news platform of the Government of India, following the Embassy of India, Riyadh Mega Tourism Promotion Event. The publication documented our participation in an initiative that promoted tourism, cultural exchange and the long-standing friendship between the Republic of India and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
For us, this official recognition forms part of the continuing story of our shared journey and reflects the growing opportunities to engage with government institutions, diplomatic missions and cultural initiatives that promote friendship, responsible tourism and mutual understanding between the Republic of India, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the wider global community. This archive preserves that journey through verified documentation for present and future generations.
📰 Official Recognition Summary
The Government of India, through its official News On Air platform,
published coverage of the Embassy of India, Riyadh Mega Tourism Promotion Event,
documenting our participation in an initiative dedicated to promoting tourism,
cultural exchange and the enduring friendship between India and Saudi Arabia.
This official recognition has been preserved as part of our Official Recognition
& Diplomatic Archive to document our continuing journey of cultural diplomacy,
responsible tourism and international friendship between the Republic of India,
the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and the wider global community through
verified historical records.
📸 Official Gallery
The following gallery presents selected photographic highlights from
"India Unveiled: Culture, Heritage & Beyond",
held at the Embassy of India, Riyadh, on 15 January 2026.
These moments capture official interactions, diplomatic engagement,
cultural exchange and memorable occasions shared with Embassy officials,
tourism representatives, media professionals and distinguished guests,
reflecting the enduring friendship between the Republic of India and the
Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Gallery Note
The photographs presented above highlight selected moments from this
official event. A comprehensive record, including the official
narration, acknowledgements, supporting media coverage and historical
documentation, is preserved under
Event No. 40 in the
Indian Saudi Couple Travellers – Master Events Archive.
🎤 Featured Guest Interaction
"Safar Pe Sawaal"
One of the memorable highlights of
"India Unveiled: Culture, Heritage & Beyond"
was our participation in
"Safar Pe Sawaal",
an engaging rapid-fire travel interaction organised at the
Maharashtra Tourism promotional stand by representatives of the
Embassy of India in Riyadh.
We were honoured to be among a select group of distinguished guests
invited to participate in this official activity, designed to
encourage interest in India's remarkable tourism diversity through
interactive questions covering destinations, culture, cuisine and
festivals.
Official Background
During the interaction, we shared our personal travel
preferences while expressing our enthusiasm for exploring more
of India's extraordinary destinations and cultural heritage.
Conducted by a representative of the Embassy of India in Riyadh,
the session formed part of the evening's tourism promotion
programme and successfully encouraged curiosity about India's
rich geographical beauty, traditional cuisine and vibrant
cultural celebrations.
Official Questions & Responses
Which destination in India would you most like to visit?
The Indian Himalayas.
Do you prefer mountains or beaches?
Mountains.
Which Indian cuisine are you most excited to experience?
Capt. Amal Ahmed:
Traditional Kashmiri Wazwan.
Capt. Mir Shakeel UrRahman:
Hyderabadi Biryani.
Which Indian festival would you most like to experience?
Navratri Dandiya Festival.
Official Significance
The interview was officially recorded during the event and later
published on the official Instagram platform of the Embassy of
India in Riyadh, preserving another memorable moment from this
distinguished tourism promotion initiative.
Beyond being an enjoyable interaction, "Safar Pe Sawaal"
successfully encouraged interest in India's tourism potential
while highlighting the importance of cultural exchange,
people-to-people diplomacy and the enduring friendship between
the Republic of India and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
🏛️ Official Acknowledgements
Capt. Mir Shakeel UrRahman and Capt. Amal Ahmed express their sincere
appreciation to the Embassy of India in Riyadh and the Ministry of
Tourism, Government of India, for jointly organising the prestigious
"India Unveiled: Culture, Heritage & Beyond"
tourism promotion evening.
The event brought together ambassadors, diplomats, tourism
professionals, travel industry leaders, media representatives,
business executives and distinguished guests to celebrate India's
remarkable tourism potential while strengthening the enduring
friendship between the Republic of India and the Kingdom of Saudi
Arabia.
With Sincere Appreciation
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to
His Excellency Dr. Suhel Ajaz Khan,
Ambassador of India to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia,
for his inspiring leadership, warm encouragement and unwavering
commitment to strengthening India–Saudi Arabia relations through
diplomacy, tourism and cultural cooperation.
We extend our sincere appreciation to
Mr. Abu Mathen George,
Deputy Chief of Mission, Embassy of India in Riyadh.
It was a privilege to meet one of the Embassy's senior diplomats
and exchange greetings during the event. His gracious interaction
reflected the Embassy's continued commitment to strengthening the
growing partnership between the Republic of India and the Kingdom
of Saudi Arabia.
We also convey our sincere appreciation to
Mr. Vipul Bawa,
First Secretary, Embassy of India in Riyadh,
for his continued encouragement, friendship and valuable support.
Following Capt. Amal Ahmed's participation in the Government of
India's Familiarization Visit, he kindly forwarded the invitation
for this event directly to Capt. Amal, reflecting his continued
encouragement of our mission to promote India–Saudi Arabia
friendship.
We extend our sincere appreciation to
Mr. Prijith Mathew
for officially coordinating our participation by sending the
invitation through the official Indian Saudi Couple Travellers
email address. We are equally grateful for his warm hospitality,
thoughtful assistance and for graciously arranging an invitation
for our dear friend, Capt. Faisal Bin Ahmed,
enabling him to join us for this memorable evening. His kindness
reflected the welcoming spirit and genuine hospitality of the
Embassy of India in Riyadh.
Our Gratitude
This recognition represents far more than participation in a
single diplomatic event. It reflects our continuing commitment to
promoting responsible tourism, celebrating India's rich cultural
heritage and strengthening the enduring friendship between the
Republic of India and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia through
meaningful people-to-people engagement.
We remain deeply honoured to have contributed, in our own humble
way, to this remarkable initiative and sincerely thank every
organiser, diplomat, tourism representative and distinguished
guest whose dedication, professionalism and hospitality made
this memorable evening possible.
