The Vice President Mr Naidu complimented the vibrant Indian community for contributing positively to the social and economic progress of Azerbaijan and for making a strong impression within the local business community through their hard work and entrepreneurial spirit. He also complimented them for their collective efforts in promoting Indian culture and heritage.He was addressing the members of the Indian diaspora of Azerbaijan in Baku.

The Vice President said that Government of India considered it a priority to better connect and reach out to our overseas community and added that India had taken many steps to provide better services to our diaspora, including providing 24hour access and assistance to those in need. There is a conscious effort to engage actively with our community around the world through digital platforms and social media, and these initiatives have borne positive fruits, he said.