The Indian ambassador to Qatar met with eight former Indian Navy personnel on death row, who were given a death sentence by a Qatari Court. Two hearings have already taken place on the appeal filed against the capital punishment. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson, Arindam Bagchi, stated that the next hearing is coming up soon and that they are providing all legal and consular assistance. The Indian Prime Minister had a conversation regarding the well-being of the Indian community in Qatar during his meeting with Qatar's Amir.