COVID-19: In photos, Meet UAE’s food delivery heroes

Neither rain nor shine nor pandemics can stop these riders from their mission

Last updated: September 08, 2020 | 16:42

Nilanjana G. Javed, Editorial Liaison Manager

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Just as work from home has gained traction so has the ‘eat-at-home’ movement. To makes things safe and secure, food delivery services now even offer a contact-less option. | Above: Babar Arzzaq gets ready to deliver parcel.

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While their contact with customers is minimal, delivery people such as Arzzaq wear masks throughout the process, right from when they pick up food to when they hand it over.

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Come rain or shine, traffic or pandemic, nothing can stop these everyday heroes from carrying out their mission.

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With defence protocols that include wearing masks and gloves, delivery people head out every day.

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Earlier, customers were impatient even when we get delayed by a few minutes. Now, they are more empathetic. | Above: Zahid Mohammed is the Pak Darbar rider.

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Food delivery companies are taking precautions by dropping off meals by the door, meaning less contact – which is in line with prescribed preventive measures against coronavirus.

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A number of restrictions have been put into place across restaurants in the UAE in a bid to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus. This includes having those in charge of delivering food wearing masks and gloves at all times.

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Braving the heat , residents confined to their homes are receiving their daily needs of groceries, food, medicine etc... thanks to these Hero’s on wheels.

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ATS delivery boy Ramzan Mehood prepares his delivery box before heading out.

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The invisible heroes brings the food to your doorstep and while you tuck in to soothe a growling stomach.

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The invisible heroes brings the food to your doorstep and while you tuck in to soothe a growling stomach.

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Most food delivery riders work 12-hour shifts.

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