DUBAI: An Indian businessman in the UAE, who has spent over USD 4 millions to help free prisoners languishing in jails due to non-payment of debts, has been honoured with the country’s prestigious “Community Service Medal”.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior of the UAE, Lt General HH Sheikh Saif bin Zayed Al Nahyan, honoured Indian businessman and philanthropist Firoz Merchant with the “Community Service Medal” on Monday.
The award, which is given in the form of a medal, was given to Merchant in recognition of his efforts to serve the community in the country and beyond.
This is the first time any expatriate community member has been given this prestigious award.
Since 2008, Merchant, founder and chairm…
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