Team of IDAK (Indian Dentists Alliance in Kuwait- Affiliated to Kuwait Dental Association) Council members led by Dr. Rajesh Alexander, President met with the new Ambassador of India to the State of Kuwait.
His Excellency Sibi George welcomed IDAK executives and introduced himself and his panel of officers including Mr. Rahul First Secretary, Community welfare & Education, Mr. Fahad Ahmad Khan Suri, Second Secretary (Political, Commerce & PIC).
IDAK delegates presented a Bouquet and congratulated the Ambassador on assuming his duties in Kuwait. Dr. Rajesh Alexander highlighted about the various charity activities and Contact Tracing initiatives done by IDAK in association with IDF, Ministry of Health & Ministry of Public Heath, during this Covid 19 Pandemic.
Dr. Jacob Lonappan General Secretary briefed the line of events for the next two years and presented him a copy of the latest Oral Health Guide.
Dr. Prashanthy R Prasad Vice President and Dr. Thomas Thomas President Elect pointed out the ongoing issues which were faced by Idakians in Kuwait, including Circular 280/2009 of MOHE, MDS Colleges Accreditation, Equivalency verification by MOHE, including difficulty in getting appointments with MOHE.
Dr. Ranjitha R S Joint Secretary and Dr. Ajay Vazhiyodan, Treasurer explained the various hardships faced by the Indian Community in general, that was brought to our notice during the Contact Tracing Initiative.
H E Ambassador deputed Mr. Fahad Ahmad Khan Suri First Secretary to do the follow up on the above issues pertaining to equivalency and 2009 Dental College Accreditation.
The Ambassador appreciated IDAK on their unity and their contributions towards the Indian Community in Kuwait.
Finally Dr. Rajesh Alexander President thanked the Ambassador on behalf of IDAK for providing the meeting opportunity.
The meeting was conducted by following strict Covid Protocol.