On March 27, 2020, 10:52 AM

In Pictures: 3-Day Sterilization Programme Begins In UAE

The UAE launched a massive sterilization drive to fight the coronavirus spread. The sterilization programme kicked off on on Thursday evening and will continue on Friday and Saturday, from 8pm-6am. Residents are directed to stay home during this time, limiting movement strictly and to not leave their homes except to buy food, basic essentials and medicines.

Take a look at the pictures:

1. Sheikh Zayed Road in Dubai was deserted on Thursday night

2. Sterilization drive kicks off in Dubai

3. Strict action will be taken against those who fail to stay indoors

4. More pictures of a deserted Sheikh Zayed Road

5. Streets get deserted in Dubai

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Vaishnavi Venkataraman: Research, science labs and of course nerdy glasses – that’s what my life was all about until I finally woke up to realise how much I loved food, travel and telling tales. A chai addict, a moody writer and mother to a smallie, my journey as a writer began with The Times of India. And now, here I am in Dubai pursuing my passion and exploring a new city, all in one go!