Dubai, UAE, December 20, 2016:   To celebrate remarkable contribution in retail sector services across UAE, NDTV honored Dr Dhananjay Datar, Chairman and Managing Director, Al Adil Trading at the Gulf Indian Excellence Awards on Sunday, 11th December 2016. The award was presented at a gala function held at Hyatt Regency, Dubai Creek Heights in the presence of high-profile dignitaries leading Indian businessmen and professionals from the Gulf region.Dr. Datar, popularly known as the ‘Masala King’ said it is a great honour to be recognized by ND TV which is one of the most respected media houses in the world.

After receiving the award Dr. Datar said, “I am humbled to receive this recognition. It is a great feeling when your accomplishments are recognized at global forums by respected media houses. This award comes at a time when we are strengthening our operations and expanding our reach in a big manner. Honors and recognition add more responsibility to what we do. I strongly believe that we will strive to provide enhanced value to our customers in a socially responsible manner. I wish to thank the organisers for doing the honor. It is also a reflection of the dedicated team effort of our entire organization. I wish to thank the Rulers of this great country who support and encourage us in our endeavors. Our success is a clear reflection of the support that we get from the leaders of UAE.

The awards honoured and felicitated prominent business leaders who have contributed to the greater growth of their chosen field of business through their business endeavours across a wide range of industries. The Award personifies the spirit of the modern day leaders in UAE. It recognizes their spirit of exploring the unexplored, charting out their own path & making their own rules. ND TV has a proven track record of holding high profile events in India and NDTV Gulf Indian Excellence Awards is the first ever Business Leadership awards in the UAE.