Indian businessman donates entire property to quarantine coronavirus affected patients in Dubai

Dubai-based Indian businessman has donated a fully-equipped building owned by him to country's health authorities for purpose of quarantining coronavirus affected patients, according to media reports.

Ajay Sobhraj, Founder and Chairman of Dubai-based Finja Jewellery, has donated building in Jumeirah Lake Towers in Dubai, that can accommodate up to 400 people, to be used as a quarantine centre, Gulf News reported on Sunday.

In a letter dressed to Dubai Health Authority titled 'To Support and Give Back to City That Cares', Indian businessman who has called Dubai his home for 25 years, has donated a fully-equipped building in Jumeirah Lake Towers to be used in country's fully integrated strategy against COVID-19 crisis, report said.

"I believe that in such challenging times, it is imperative for community to come toger and support country we reside in to overcome this pandemic. I am extremely pleased to offer my assistance to government during this critical period and support city that has continued to contribute to my success and growth for past 25 years,” Sobhraj said.

gesture reflects support that Dubai business community has extended to authorities' measures to safeguard health of community, report ded..

building has undergone all necessary maintenance, including deep cleaning, sanitisation and air conditioning servicing, to ensure facilities meet required health and safety standards, report quoted Dubai Media Office as saying.

According to Gulf News, UAE has so far reported 570 confirmed coronavirus cases, with three deaths.

To limit spre of virus, UAE will continue nationwide disinfection of streets and public transport until April 4. Residents have been told to stay at home between 8pm to 6am, National reported.

People are allowed to leave ir homes during day but trips must be restricted to essential shopping or medical appointments, it said.

Dr Farida Al Hosani, from Abu Dhabi Centre for Public Health, said she hoped public would stay at home during disinfection programme, report ded.