Riyadh, April 22 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep appreciation for the 2.7 million-strong Indian community in Saudi Arabia, whom he said acted like a "living bridge" between the two nations, Arab News reported.

Speaking ahead of his visit to his historic visit to the Kingdom, PM Modi praised the diaspora's role in strengthening bilateral ties and reaffirmed his government's commitment to their welfare and engagement through initiatives rooted in the motto of the 4Cs -- Care, Connect, Celebrate, and Contribute.

In an interview with Arab News, PM Modi said, "First of all, let me put it on record that we are deeply grateful to Their Royal Highnesses, King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, for the patronage they...