Coronavirus: Dubai Municipality asks residents to do Ramadan shopping online

Dubai: Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, Dubai Municipality is encouraging residents to do online shopping for this Ramadan.

The civic body on Tuesday said it has intensified inspections to ensure safety of food products and called on residents to take part in efforts to maintain a healthy environment.

“As Ramadan approaches, #DubaiMunicipality conducts an intensive inspection campaign to ensure the safety of food products across the Emirate, per the necessary health requirements. Take part & maintain a healthy environment,” the municipality said in a tweet.

The municipality also released tips for safe shopping during Ramadan that falls at a time when residents are following social distancing and other safety precautions to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

“Keep your family safe during Ramadan. #StayHome, make sure to order your food needs electronically, and don’t buy more than you can store to avoid wasting food. #RamadanKareem #DubaiMunicipality,” the municipality said in another tweet.

It also released a video with the following tips for safe shopping in Ramadan.

Dubai Municipality (DM) and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) had earlier released the following guidelines for safe shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic

Guidelines for safe shopping (Source DHA and DM)

Guidelines for online food delivery (Source DM)