An Instagram video showcasing the daily life of an Indian migrant working as a garbage collector in Dubai has gone viral, sparking diverse reactions.
The young man, who relocated through a family connection, earns a modest salary while managing his own food expenses in the city.
Though the feature intended to highlight the hard work behind keeping Dubai clean, it sparked an online debate regarding labour conditions.
Viewers are divided between respecting his dedication and criticising the low financial returns from such long, exhausting shifts.
Abhishek Singh from Punjab, India, who works in garbage collection in Dubai, shared that workers in this field usually work around 11–12 hours a day.
The average salary is around 2,000 AED, while he currently earns between 1,800–1,900 AED depending on the work.
The company provides accommodation, while food expenses are managed personally.
The post sparked a wave of mixed reactions and diverse perspectives on social media, with some people expressing deep appreciation and admiration for the man's work ethic.
Others focused on the gruelling reality of the service industry, noting, “This is a very, very hard job, especially during summers”.
