door policy has also been warmly received by Indian expatriates who had feared that they will not get any services because of “Sarkaari” or bureaucracy. They have been further encouraged by his commitment to see people without appointments every Saturday and Wednesday. Nusrat Khan, an Indian expatriate, said there are signs things will change. “We expect to see professional management at play in the most important role of the Jeddah Consulate. I would like to take this opportunity to welcome him. May Allah reward him for his intention to enhance and improve the overall well-being of the Indian expatriate community.” Another Indian expatriate, Azhar Ali Zai, said Kidwai's skill, training and positive outlook can help to address the problems in the expatriate community. “His approach toward the enhancement of Indo-Saudi relations involving trade, commerce, mutual understanding and exchange of cultural and social values will definitely ensure fruitful results.” “Seeing his determination and enthusiasm, it may be said that a brighter and more prosperous future is awaiting both countries. We wish him the best of luck and assure our cooperation in all his efforts.” Memon Kadir Sait welcomed him on behalf of the Indian and Saudi Memon community in Jeddah and hoped he can help with business initiatives. Aijaz Ahmed Khan, the president of Khak-e-Taiba Trust Jeddah said: “We welcome our CG with our annual mushaira and we would like to invite him as our guest of honor on the occasion.” “We would like to help him in his mission for Haj, Umrah and other community services; we also welcome him to our Jeddah Cricket Association complex,” added Khan. Dr. Anwar Khursheed also welcomed Kidwai. “We assure him of our full support in all ventures and pray for a successful tenure and wonderful stay.” Asimuddin Ansari Razi also welcomed the new CG and said he would like to meet him as soon as possible and help him with his mission, including activities around the Haj, Umrah and Iftar programs in Ramadan. He also hoped there would be other services provided including a library, cultural and sports facilities and programs on India's Independence Day.
