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Last activity 05 August 2020 by Anou86

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pukhraj_s

Hello,

I am an expat from India, who landed in KL in the nick of time before the lockdown. My wife and toddler son could not join me -- which was a bummer. They plan to arrive soon. Anyhow, after four months of isolation, I look forward to making new friends. I stay in KLCC, and my objective here is to make rewarding acquaintances. I welcome people of all creeds, gender and social backgrounds.

A little bit about me:

An expat with eclectic tastes! A cyber defence professional and geopolitical analyst by background. I am quite well read. I write publicly for leading newspapers. A closeted poet. I like running, hitting the gym, and exploring the city on foot. I crave for all cuisines. My spiritual and mystic roots help me accept all faiths and creeds, although I am agnostic. I am based in KLCC.

Best,
Pukhraj

Anou86

Hi Pukhraj  :)

How are you doing ? Sad to hear that your family couldn't join you. When are they due to arrive - any idea ?

There used to be monthly gatherings for Expats in KL but due to Covid, everything has been put on hold. Would you say that it is now safe ?

Cheers,
Anoushka

pukhraj_s

Hi there, Anoushka! Well, thanks a lot for replying. My family's visa process has been re-initiated but it seems like the journey may only happen in a while. Yes, while it's still tricky to organize large gatherings, I think small meetups are the way to go. Let me know if there's something in the works! Have a good, long weekend...I wonder how mine will pass. :/

Anou86

Hey Pukhraj_s, hope that their visa is processed sooner than expected. I wonder whether the Lake gardens or the central market is open and accessible to visitors.

Any idea whether gyms are open ?

Hopefully this thread gets some more comments/suggestions...

;)

pukhraj_s

Hey, Anoushka. I am presuming that you are a local? Yes, the malls are wide open. I go for runs at the KLCC park and Titiwangsa lake. Outdoors are still fun. I overdo them most of the weekends and come home exhausted enough to sleep peacefully. :D

Anou86

I am in Mauritius  :) trapped, borders are still closed here. You are lucky to be in KL, make the best of it. Arguably one of the most well infrastructured countries.

pukhraj_s

Ah! How's the situation in Mauritius? What a beautiful place that is. Going by your name, do you trace your ancestry to India?

Anou86

Hi Pukhraj,

"do you trace your ancestry to India?" You guessed right  :)

It is not that bad in Mauritius, except that borders are closed and citizens and residents abroad can't come back. But here have a look > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EG6ovcUNlTw

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