VIDEO: UAE landmarks light up to extend support and solidarity with India during COVID-19 crisis
- 27 Apr 2021
Gulf Today, Staff Reporter
The UAE has affirmed that it stands in full solidarity with the Republic of India amidst the resurgence in COVID-19 cases and the challenging health situation in the country.
Burj Khalifa lit up in the colors of the Indian flag on Sunday evening in a sign of the UAE’s solidarity with the coronavirus-ravaged country.
“Sending hope, prayers, and support to India and all its people during this challenging time,” the iconic tower’s official Twitter account stated, using hashtag #StayStrongIndia which was also displayed on Burj Khalifa.
Yas Island, Abu Dhabi’s premier leisure and entertainment hub, also lig up in solidarity with the people of India as the country faces a record surge in Covid-19 cases.
In light of the current situation, W Abu Dhabi – Yas Island is displayed the flag of India on its grid shell light canopy last night, as Yas Island extended a message of hope and unity.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in a statement today, expressed its condolences to the government and people of India over the coronavirus deaths and wished a speedy recovery to the ill.
The Ministry also emphasised the depth and strength of the strategic relations between the UAE and India, which are based on mutual respect, understanding, collaboration and common interests, and expressed hope that India would overcome these difficult circumstances as soon as possible.