The Federation of Indian Engineers (FIE), Qatar, an organisation affiliated with the Indian Business and Professional Council (IBPC) under the Indian embassy, held a Pre-Launch Roundtable in Doha, convening engineering professionals, industry leaders, senior executives, and entrepreneurs. The event aimed to discuss the organisation’s vision, objectives, and potential future initiatives to establish a robust professional network representing Indian engineering talent in Qatar.
During the roundtable, participants engaged in discussions focused on the FIE’s key goals, which include professional development, knowledge sharing, business networking, entrepreneurship, innovation, mentorship, and fostering collaboration across industries. A significant part of the conversation emphasized the creation of meaningful opportunities for engineering professionals to connect and contribute to the broader business and technology sectors in Qatar.
The roundtable also addressed the potential role of the FIE in enhancing cooperation between India and Qatar in the fields of engineering, technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. This includes facilitating the exchange of expertise and fostering collaboration between professionals and businesses in both countries, with a view to strengthening bilateral ties.
Participants explored several initiatives, such as supporting young engineering graduates through internships and mentorship programs, empowering women in engineering roles, encouraging entrepreneurial ventures, and developing an innovation ecosystem. The goal is to link promising ideas with industry experts, business networks, and potential investors, thereby nurturing growth and innovation.
Speaking at the event were key figures including IBPC Qatar president Thaha Muhammed Abdul Kareem, FIE board chairman Eng. E J John, FIE president Eng. Dileep Balakrishnan, FIE vice-president Eng. Thanuja Haseeb, and Eng. Syblee Sajeet. They acknowledged the participants’ contributions and their constructive input, which they said were vital to shaping the organisation’s path forward.
FIE office bearers described the organisation’s ambition to go beyond traditional networking by establishing a dynamic platform that connects talent, knowledge, innovation, and business opportunities. They outlined a vision focused on empowering Indian engineering professionals in Qatar while aiming to make meaningful contributions to the development of both countries.