Digital Desk: Amid the Ukraine-Russia conflict, an Indian restaurant Saathiya in Ukraine's capital, has turned into a shelter home for nation residents.
Manish is from Gujarat. Dave, 52, has won hearts by opening his restaurant to Kyiv residents amid crisis as Russia strengthens its attack against Ukraine.
The Indian restaurant Saathiya was built for Indian students studying in Ukraine. Still, the war broke out before it could get off the ground, and it is now a safe house for anyone looking for a break from the airstrikes and shelling, as well as a hot dinner. Though, in a war situation, how long will Dave be able to offer food? Dave notified the Washington Post, "As long as I can."
Dave's narrative is one of those touching tales of positiveness and persistence growing from a capital still scarred by the war's impairments. He has sent out a Telegram message informing individuals that his business is located in the basement and is secure during the crisis.
"Dear Indian or foreign friend, our restaurant is located in the basement and is known as a safe spot to remain in this situation. Please come here if you don't have a decently safe place to stay at this period. We will do our best to provide free food and lodging based on our capacity. Join hands with Ukraine. "The message was clear.
Dave started functioning for the restaurant a few months ago in 2021, and the eatery outstretched in January when a circumstance comparable to this existed only in his dreams.
Saathiya, approximately a three-minute walk from the international students' dormitories at Bogomelets National Medical University, has every chance to attract Indian residents. However, the owner can only hope for a return to normalcy for the time being.
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