A viral video has brought to light the harsh living conditions faced by labourers from India, particularly from Uttar Pradesh and Bihar, working in Dubai. Despite Dubai’s luxurious image, the video shared by Instagram account, showcases the grim reality of these workers who help build the city’s magnificent skyscrapers. The footage reveals overcrowded and shabby dormitories under tin shed roofs, where thousands of workers from India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and China sleep after a long day of labor.
The video, viewed over 600,000 times in just 24 hours, has sparked widespread debate on social media, highlighting the inhumane conditions these workers endure. Rows of bunk beds are seen crammed into large halls, with enclosure-like structures stretching as far as the eye can see. This stark contrast to Dubai’s glamorous image has left viewers heartbroken.
Many people are comparing the structure to an animal farm.
A user commented, “It resembles an updated version of a poultry farm”.
Another said in his comment, “My brothers, stay in India—at least you will be safe and with your family. What’s the point of earning money under such conditions?”
A user remarked, “People proudly say, ‘My son earns in Dubai’ or ‘My husband lives in Dubai’ but the internet has revealed the truth.” Another added, “This is no less than a jail.”
However, not all comments were critical. Some, offered a different perspective, explaining that workers are provided with air-conditioned rooms and restrooms and are given a three-hour break during the summer heat. He also mentioned that buses transport the workers to and from their accommodations and strict regulations ensure no more than six people share a room.
The video serves as a reminder of the hidden realities faced by those who build the dazzling skyline of Dubai, often away from the public eye.
