Bangalore, July 20 (ANI): Hailing from Koyal village in Bandipora district of Jammu and Kashmir, Syed Firdous Hussian, came to Bangalore city in 1987 for higher studies. After completing engineering, Firdous decided to stay in Bangalore for better career options. It was at this time that Firdous met Gayatri Nikkam and soon their friendship turned into a relationship. Together, they started a wooden floor making business, which gradually established its foot in the market. After 16 years of marriage, Firdous and Gayatri continue to successfully run the Indiana International Corporation Flooring Pvt Ltd, one of the most prestigious companies in the country. The business, which was started in a small room, has now offices in countries across the globe. Despite living in Bangalore, Firdous has stayed connected to his roots. Every year, he takes out time to visit his family in Bandipora in Kashmir. Firdous says he never feels alienated or discriminated in Bangalore. Syed Firdous Hussian is one among the many Kashmiris in the country who have scripted their success stories with utter hard work and determination.