Five Indian nationals were injured in Abu Dhabi when debris from a successfully intercepted ballistic missile fell on areas in and around the Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi, known as KEZAD, authorities confirmed. The Abu Dhabi Media Office issued a statement confirming the incident. They stated that the authorities had completed their follow-up investigation.
“The incident resulted in injuries to 5 individuals of Indian nationality, ranging from moderate to minor,” the statement said. It added that the injuries came directly from debris falling after air defense systems intercepted the missile. Authorities confirmed that the two fires reported at KEZAD were also caused by the falling debris from the interception. Emergency response teams quickly arrived at the affected areas to manage the fires and assist the injured. While the injuries were serious, they were described as moderate to minor, and there were no fatalities reported. All five injured individuals are Indian nationals.
This reflects the large Indian expatriate community that plays a key role in the UAE’s industrial and economic workforce, especially in free zone areas like KEZAD. KEZAD is one of the largest integrated trade and industrial zones in the region, home to hundreds of businesses and thousands of workers from various nationalities. The zone is vital to Abu Dhabi’s economic diversification strategy. UAE air defense systems have been on high alert recently due to regional tensions. Authorities have shown they can intercept incoming threats before they reach populated or industrial zones. The Indian Embassy in Abu Dhabi is closely monitoring the situation and keeping in touch with the injured nationals and their families. Further updates are expected from Abu Dhabi authorities as the situation unfolds.