Support for Residents Affected by Building Fires

I would not be here today if it were not for Tushar.

During the Marina Pinnacle fire in Dubai, I collapsed while attempting to descend 60 floors through the emergency staircase, overwhelmed by smoke and unable to breathe. Tushar dragged me through the smoke-filled stairwell to the elevator and ensured I got inside. When he saw that families and disoriented, unconscious residents needed the lift more than he did, he stepped out. Unsure if another elevator would come and returned into the smoke. In the days that followed, his selflessness continued. As residents were allowed brief access to retrieve passports and critical documents, I watched him repeatedly show up: helping families, guiding the elderly, and supporting those who had lost everything. His initiative, Rise Again UAE, reflects that same instinct to serve in moments of crisis.

Tushar did not just save my life, he restored my faith in humanity.

Masna Haseen

Resident, Marina Pinnacle ('25)

That night in Marina was overwhelming, and like many others, I was unsure what to do next. In the middle of that chaos, Tushar showed up: not as an organizer or coordinator but simply as a human being who cared.

What I remember most is his calm presence. He didn’t just give instructions or advice; he stayed involved. He personally arranged transport and made sure I reached a safe place for the night. In a moment where everything felt out of control, that small sense of certainty meant a lot.

Experiences like these remind you how powerful individual action can be. What Tushar is building through RiseAgain UAE is rooted in genuine concern for people, not formality or obligation. I’m thankful for his support during a moment I won’t forget.

Helly Chaniyara

Resident, Marina Pinnacle ('25)

During the Marina fire incident, Tushar was one of the few people who acted immediately and decisively when help was needed.

On the same night, he coordinated transportation for us to move out of the affected area and ensured we had a safe place to stay. The assistance was efficient, thoughtful, and handled with professionalism at a time when clear thinking was difficult for everyone involved.

RiseAgain UAE stands out because it translates empathy into action. The support we received wasn’t symbolic. It solved a real problem, quickly and effectively. I truly appreciate the help we were given and would confidently recommend RiseAgain UAE.

Jaymin Maru

Resident, Marina Pinnacle ('25)