Lunch with Ashwini Kumar

Another pleasant lunch with him yesterday. He suggested an Indian restaurant at Singapore Flyer called Red Chilli’s. I have never been to this place or to the Flyer.

I must say the place is pleasant with a beautiful view and the lunch was a very well priced buffet.

We talked about so many topics. He is so well informed about Singapore and world affairs. And I think that is a testament to the quality of the Indian Foreign Service officers.

We talked about how the soft sell of Indian food can be improved here, especially with the Indian Biryani Festival and how India can focus on showcasing its prowess in the healthcare field here.

It is a pity they all have a short posting period of only 3 years here. Not much one can achieve in such a short time. But he is still young and I think he will go far in the Service.