Jeddah, April 23 -- India appreciated the Saudi Arabian side for continuing their welfare programmes for almost 3 million nationals living in the region.

The Indian side said the act showed strong people-to-people bonds between both the nations and goodwill.

"The Indian side expressed its appreciation to the Saudi side for the continuing welfare of around 2.7 million Indian nationals residing in the Kingdom, reflecting the strong people- to-people bonds and immense goodwill that exists between the two nations," a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs said.

The statement added that India congratulated Saudi Arabia for successfully holding the Haj pilgrimage in 2024.

"The Indian side also congratulated Saudi Arabia for successfu...