His Visit To India
King Saud bin Abdulaziz hosted by Muhammad Ali Al-Abdullah Al-Bassam, co-founder of Al-Bassam Headwear, at his residence in India in 1955 — from the renowned Al-Bassam family of Unaizah.
King Saud and Indian President Dr. Rajendra Prasad during King Saud's visit to India. 1374 AH – 1954 CE
King Saud and Indian President Dr. Rajendra Prasad during King Saud's visit to India. 1374 AH – 1954 CE
King Saud and Indian President Dr. Rajendra Prasad during King Saud's visit to India. 1374 AH – 1954 CE
King Saud and Indian President Dr. Rajendra Prasad during King Saud's visit to India. 1374 AH – 1954 CE
King Saud with Indian dignitaries and school students upon his arrival, accompanied by Abdullah Balkhair, 1955 CE
King Saud and the Indian president Dr. Rajendra Prasad. 1954
King Saud & President Rajendra Prasad, Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru, and India’s Minister of Education Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, at the airport immediately upon his arrival. King Saud (may God have mercy on his soul) had arrived in the capital New Delhi on November 27, for an official visit to India
#King_Saud with the Nizam of Hyderabad, Osman Ali Khan, upon being received by him in his car at the airport, and taken to the Falaknuma Palace, India, 1955.
The Nizam Ali Khan is wearing the Saudi garments gifted to him by King Saud, and asked to be photographed in them, during his visit to India in 1955 — may God have mercy on them both.
King Saud with the Nizam of Hyderabad, Osman Ali Khan – India, 1955.
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 HEH the Nizam Rajpramukh of Hyderabad welcoming HM the King Saud at Banquet held in H Majestys honour at Shahmanzil Hyderabad on December 5
A silver model of a building in Hyderabad was presented before His Majesty; it was gifted to His Majesty by King Saud. This scale replica of the structure was presented to him by the Al Alauddin family, who were the most prominent endowers and financiers of this landmark, during his visit to Hyderabad.
King Saud with the Nizam of Hyderabad, Osman Ali Khan – India, 1955
His Majesty King Saud attending a horse race in Bombay, accompanied by Prince Mohammed bin Saud Al‑Kabir, India, 1955.
Hamad Al‑Bassam, wearing dark sunglasses, receiving His Majesty King Saud — may he rest in peace — in Bombay in 1955.
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King Saud during his official visit to India 1374 - 1955
King Saud during his visit to India 1374 - 1955
A ceremony held in honor of His Majesty King Saud by the President of India, Rajendra Prasad, who is seen delivering an address before Princes Mohammed bin Saud Al‑Kabir and Mohammed bin Saud.
His Majesty King Saud with Prime Minister Nehru, alongside Princes Abdullah bin Mohammed bin Abdulrahman and Abdullah bin Saud.
A ceremony in honor of His Majesty King Saud attended by Prime Minister Nehru and the Indian Mayor Nainsingh, during which an ivory chess set was presented to the King at Diwan‑i‑Khas in the Red Fort on 29 November 1955.
His Majesty King Saud at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, engaged in conversation with Indian officials, November 1955.
During King Saud’s visit to India in 1955, the President of India delivered an address in the King’s honor during a luncheon held for him.
His Majesty King Saud praying with deep reverence at the largest mosque in the world at the time, where he led the Muslims in New Delhi’s Jama Masjid, India, 1955.
Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru honoring His Majesty King Saud
Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru honoring His Majesty King Saud during the King’s visit to India in 1955.
The Cadillac automobile in which His Majesty King Saud rode in India alongside Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1955.
His Majesty King Saud in India, accompanied by his son Prince Mohammed, along with Al‑Hajj Mohammed Ali Reza Zainal and his brother Yusuf.
Princes: Badr, Saad, and Khalid — sons of King Saud — together with Princes: Ahmed and Sattam — sons of King Abdulaziz — Bombay, 1955.
Princes Abdul‑ilah, Abdulmohsen, and Ahmed — sons of King Abdulaziz — together with Princes Khalid, Majid, Badr, Saad, Faisal, Sultan, and Abdulrahman — sons of King Saud — India, 1955.
Princes Sattam, Abdul‑Ilah, Abdul‑Majid, and Ahmed — sons of King Abdulaziz — together with Prince Khalid bin Abdullah, and Princes Badr and Thamir — sons of King Saud.
A photograph of the motorcade of His Majesty King Saud as he rides atop an elephant at Ramnagar Fort on the banks of the Ganges River in the ancient city of Varanasi, during his visit to Benares.
His Majesty King Saud with the Maharaja as they pass through one of the streets of Benares (Varanasi).
Another view of the audience at the special ceremony held at Aligarh Muslim University to confer the honorary Doctor of Laws degree upon His Majesty King Saud — may he rest in peace — on 3 December 1955.
During King Saud’s visit to India in 1955, the President of the Municipal Council is seen delivering a welcoming address to His Majesty in Mysore, with the Rajpramukh K. Hanumanthaiah, Deputy Mayor of Mysore, also present.
Sheikh Hussein Ahmad with King Saud and Prince Musaad bin Abdulrahman during the King’s visit to India in 1955.
December 12 1955 The visit of King Saud of Saudi Arabia to India A reception accorded to the King by the Bombay Municipalilty in Bombay Standing L to R is Shri NC Pupala Mayor of Bombay HM The King Shri Morarji Desai Chief Minister of Bombay
December 12 1955 The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India 1955-1956 HM the King receiving a casket containing an Address of Welcome from the Mayor of Bangalore at a civic reception held in Bangalore
December 12 1955 The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India 1955-1956 HM the King of Saudi Arabia being cheered by a crowd during the return journey from Mysore to Bangalore
December 12 1955 The visit of King Saud to India HM the King of Saudi Arabia signing the visitors book on the occasion of his visit to the National Defence Academy Khadakvasla near Poona
December 12 1955 The visit of King Saud to India President City Municipal Council presenting an address of welcome to King Saud at a reception in Mysore HH the Rajpramukh Shri K Hanumanthaiya Chief Minister of Mysore are also there
December 8 1955 The visit of King Saud of Saudi Arabia to India At the Banquet held in his honour at Raj Bhavan Bombay (R to L) Shri Morarji Desai Chief Minister of Bombay HM The King and Dr Sayed Mahmud Dpty Minister for External Affairs
December 1955-1956 The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India HM the King replying to an address of Welcome his arrival in Bombay Shri HK Mahatab Shri Morrji Desai Chief Minister of Bombay
King Saud at Jama Masjid Old Delhi
King Saud and Indian President D Rajendra Prasadon ( right )
King Saud at Jama Masjid in Old Delhi
King Saud bin Abdul Aziz received the certificate of honorary doctorate in law
King Saud bin Abdul Aziz riding a villa during his official visit to India
King Saud during his official visit to India 1374
King Saud observing Guard of Honor at the fore court of Rashtrapati Bhawan during his visit to India on 27-11-1955
King Saud observing Guard of Honor at the fore court of Rashtrapati Bhawan during his visit to India on 27-11-1955
King Saud outside the Special Court in the Red Fort in New Delhi
King Saud sits in the middle and on the right hand Indian President
King Saud with the governor Haidar-Abad in his palace
King Saud with the Nizam Osman Ali Khan in Hyderabad
King Saud with the Nizam Osman Ali Khan in Hyderabad
King Saudat Red Fort in Old Delhi during his visit to India on November 27 1955
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Photograph taken at a Joint Civic Reception accorded to HM at Public Gardens at Hyderabad
Photograph taken at a Joint Civic Reception accorded to HM the at Public Gardens at Hyderabad
The Mayor of Bangalore presenting Taj Mahal inside to HRH November 1955
The Mayor of Hyderabad presenting an Address of Welcome to HM the at a Joint Civic Reception
The Mayor of Hyderabad presenting an Address of Welcome to HM the at a Joint Civic Reception
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 A view of the distinguished visitors who were present at a special convocation held at the Muslim University Aligarh to confer the degree of the Doctor
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 A view of the distinguished visitors who were present at a special convocation held at the Muslim University Aligarh to confer the degree of the Doctor
The visit of HM King Saud bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 A view of the gifts which were presented to HM the King Saud at the Banaras University at Banaras on December 4 1955 Photo Division
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 A view of the prayer held at Jama Masjid Agra when HM King Saud visited Jama Masjid at Agra on December 2 1955
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 Crowd gather on the roadsides greeting HM the King Saud on his arrival in Aligarh on December 2 1955 Photo Division
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 HM King Saud at a reception held at Hyderabad on December 5 1955 on behalf of the Raja Dhacrajgirji Shri Dost Mohammed Alladin Noor Mohammed Alla
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 HM King Saud being conducted round the museum in Ramnagar Fort at Banaras on December 3 1955
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 HM King Saud being greeted by the Pesh Imam of Jama Masjid on His Majestys arrival at Jama Masjid to offer prayers in Delhi on November 29 1955
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 HM King Saud in conversation with the Mahraja of Banaras during the latter visited to the ancient Fort at Banaras on December 7 1955
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 Photo shows HM King Saud inspecting a Guard of honour presented by the NCC of the Aligarh University during His Majestys visit to Aligarh on Dec
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 Pro-Chancellor of the Muslim University Aligarh Nawab Chattari presenting a golden garland to HM the King Saud at a special convocation held at Ali
The visit of HM King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 HM King Saud at the Taj at Agra
The visit of HM King Saud to India 1955-1956 Photo Shows Major General Habibulla Commandant of the National Defence Academy Khadakvasla receiving the gift of golden sword from HM the King of Saudi Arabia when His Majesty visited the National De
The visit of HM the King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 A demonstration of an Indian classical dance shows to HM the King Saud during H Majestys visit to the Banaras University at Banaras on December
The visit of HM the King Saud Bin Abdulaziz Al Saud of Saudi Arabia to India November December 1955 A view of the large gathering who witnessed the conferring of the degree of the Doctor of Laws honoris causa on HM the King Saud at a special c
A purebred Arabian horse presented by His Majesty King Saud — may he rest in peace — to India’s Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru during the King’s visit to India in 1955.
His Majesty King Saud during his visit to India.
His Majesty King Saud with Sheikh Abdulwahhab Al‑Arwi, the first President of the Hadith Society in India, as the Sheikh presents him with a Qur’anic calligraphy panel in 1955.
His Majesty King Saud during his visit to India in 1956 (1376 AH), with Abdullah Balkhair visible behind him. Source: All India Radio Magazine, Year Eight, Issue One.
His Majesty King Saud during his visit to India in 1956 (1376 AH), with Abdullah Balkhair visible behind him. Source: All India Radio Magazine, Year Eight, Issue One.
His Majesty King Saud leading the prayer at Aligarh Mosque in India, 1955.
His Majesty King Saud with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in India, 1955.
His Majesty King Saud with Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in India, 1955.
His Majesty King Saud with Prince Musaad bin Abdulrahman and the Governor of Punjab during the King’s visit to India in 1955.
His Majesty King Saud at a banquet in Bombay hosted by Al‑Hajj Mohammed Ali Zainal at the Royal West India Turf Club, 1955.
The foundation stone of Al‑Salafi University in Benares, India, laid in 1964, and the earlier visit of His Majesty King Saud — may he rest in peace — to the university in 1955.
His Majesty King Saud attending the famous Bombay Horse Racing Festival and presenting the golden cup to the winning rider, December 1955.
His Majesty King Saud attending the famous Bombay Horse Racing Festival and presenting the golden cup to the winning rider, December 1955.
His Majesty King Saud attending the famous Bombay Horse Racing Festival and presenting the golden cup to the winning rider, December 1955.
His Majesty King Saud at the United Nations in 1957, shaking hands with India’s Foreign Minister Krishna Menon, with Sheikh Abdullah Omar Balkhair, the King’s secretary and interpreter, standing between them.
His Majesty King Saud with India’s first Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru at the horse races in Bombay, December 1955.
A view of the audience at the special ceremony held at Aligarh Muslim University to confer the honorary Doctor of Laws degree upon His Majesty King Saud — may he rest in peace — on 3 December 1955.
His Majesty King Saud hosted by Osman Ali Khan, the Nizam of Hyderabad, at his palace during the King’s visit to India in 1955, accompanied by his official delegation.
A photograph of His Majesty King Saud standing between the President of India, Rajendra Prasad, and Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru in 1955.
