*Which particular aspect of Saudi Arabia you like the most?

The holy cities of Makkah and Madinah.

*What is your favorite and oft-repeated Arabic word?

Alhamdulillah.

*Which book is by your bedside these days?

Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid. By Jimmy Carter.

*Your favorite holiday destination?

My hometown, Kanyakumari.

*The dream city/country that you would like to be posted after Saudi Arabia?

Istanbul.

*Which country’s people have you found to be most friendly?

Apart from Saudis, Palestinians.

*How do you react to or deal with anger?

Taking a deep breath and reciting Qur’anic words: InnAllaha Ma’ As’sabireen (Verily, Allah is with the patient).

*What is your source of strength during tough times?

Prayers and my children’s smile.

*What was your first impression about the Kingdom?

A great country with great people and great history.

*Which Saudi city fascinated you the most?

Makkah.

*Your favorite Saudi dish?

Laham mandi.

*The one thing about the Kingdom that you will always remember?

Holy Kaaba.

*If you were given only one option between Facebook and Twitter, what would that be?

Facebook.

*If you were not a diplomat, what would you be?

Trainer or a teacher.

*How do you keep yourself fit?

Playing with my kids and walking.

*Your favorite football club?

Barcelona and Zamalek (when I lived in Egypt).

*Your favorite actor/actress?

Tom Hanks

*Your favorite weekend activity?

Pottery painting.