Indians working in GCC countries are a happy lot: Survey

February 9, 2016

Mumbai, Feb 8: Most Indians working in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations feel secure in their host countries and are able to enjoy comfortable lifestyles, according to a survey.

"Professionals from India residing in the GCC nations feel secure, happy and fulfilled in their host countries," said the survey, 'My Yellow Brick Road', conducted by the Western Union Company, a financial services firm.

The survey, covering GCC member-states Bahrain, Oman, Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates, was conducted in multiple languages through various physical and online channels over a six-month period.

Of the 147 Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) who took part in the survey, 60 per cent ranked safety as the principal reason for their sense of belonging and integration.

This was followed by 53.7 per cent for the comfort offered by friendships developed in their host countries, and another 53.7 per cent said they felt right at home because they were able to enjoy comfortable lifestyles.

More than 40 per cent of NRIs respondents also felt 'peace of mind'.

With an average age of 29, the NRI respondents said they had collectively achieved several goals, including personal savings (63.5%), a better lifestyle (46.8%), buying a home (40.6%) and paying for education (37.2%).

Almost an equal number of respondents said working in the GCC had enabled them to establish their own business and pay off personal debts.

Starting a family and being able to travel to new places were listed as other accomplishments, the survey found.

On the professional front, a majority (73.7 per cent) of NRIs in the GCC view their job as being 'very important', while 66.5 per cent declared that they 'enjoy it'.

Many respondents said their jobs complement the host country's progress and development by the roles they play in creating integrated community lifestyles, building infrastructure, educating future generations and enabling the country realise its economic potential.

"The survey embodies the experiences and aspirations of migrant Indian professionals who go to the Gulf region in search of better prospects and better lifestyles.

"Over time, these host countries have not only helped them achieve many of their goals, but also proven to be a true home to them," Western Union Managing Director and Regional Vice-President (India & South Asia) Kiran Shetty said.

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Yes Because they all are Living in a Muslim country that's why all are happy. No politician no communal riots, and sharia law.

Joke of the year 2016.

To some extent it is correct. But the numbers of people (147) participated in the survey is very less to come to a conclusion

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Major facelift for Mangaluru's sporting heart: Mangala Stadium set for 2-month closure to upgrade synthetic track

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December 15,2025

Mangaluru, Dec 15: Educational institutions in Mangaluru that rely on the popular Mangala Stadium for their annual sports events are bracing for an inconvenience as the city's key sporting venue is set to close its gates for a significant upgrade. The stadium is expected to be unavailable for approximately two months starting from January 15, 2026.

The closure is necessitated by a proposed overhaul of the stadium's facilities, with a special focus on upgrading the synthetic track. Pradeep Dsouza, Assistant Director of the District of Youth Empowerment and Sports (DYES), Dakshina Kannada, confirmed the development.

"Experts have visited the stadium, conducted a thorough inspection, and have given the go-ahead for a complete makeover," Dsouza stated. "Funds have been allocated for the project, and we are currently awaiting the final green signal from state officials to commence the work. We anticipate that the work will likely begin in the second week of January. Consequently, we have stopped renting out the stadium to colleges and other organizations in preparation for the upgrade."

The timing presents a logistical challenge for colleges, as many schools have already concluded their sports meets.

"Colleges will now be organizing their events and will need to find alternative locations to host their sports meets," Dsouza added. He suggested a few potential venues, including the Dakshina Kannada police ground, University College grounds, Panambur grounds, Swaraj Maidan in Moodbidri, and the Mangalore University sports grounds in Konaje.

However, many institutions note that finding a comparable venue will be difficult. While the DK police ground and University College grounds are closer to the city center, they do not possess the extensive facilities and infrastructure offered by Mangala Stadium.

Dr. P Dayananda Pai - P Satisha Govt First Grade College, Carstreet, is one such institution dependent on the stadium. Principal Jayakar Bhandary expressed hope for a swift completion of the work. "We expect the work to be completed at the earliest. If not, we will be forced to look for other venues to host the sports day for our students," Bhandary said, highlighting the pressing need for the city's main sporting facility.

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