DOHA: The Indian embassy yesterday held an open house and officials met complainants, discussed their problems and assured them of follow-up with authorities.
Ambassador Sanjiv Arora and Arvind Patil, President, Indian Community Benevolent Forum (ICBF) which under the aegis of the embassy works for the welfare of Indians, were also present.
The Labour and Community Welfare Section at the embassy have received 3,602 complaints during January-November and authorities registered 14 deaths this month, taking the total to 244 so far this year.
The embassy said its officials regularly visit the Central Prison and the Deportation Centre to enquire about the welfare of Indian detainees.
The total number of Indians in the prison is 90 and in the centre 87. Regular follow-up has helped reduce the number of Indians at the centre.
Following requests from Qatari authorities for travel documents for detainees, the embassy issued 21 emergency certificates and its follow-up facilitated the return of 73 Indians this month.
It also issued air ticket to an Indian in distress and extended financial aid to five to meet sundry expenses.
The ICBF helps Indian workers by providing air tickets, financial assistance and medical help. The Peninsula
