Oldest Expo volunteer at the age of 79: I am part of this good land

Mahabir Singhal: "I am proud to be part of this event that Dubai fascinates the whole world."

The experience of the 79-year-old Indian, Mahabir Singhal, at Expo 2020 Dubai, is a shining example of the human ability to give, and the desire to work and do more.

Singhal, a retired financial manager from DP World, is the largest volunteer at the Dubai Expo.

Singhal revealed his enthusiasm to participate in the volunteer team, and his great pride to be part of the success of this event that Dubai fascinates the entire world.

Singhal stressed, "He considers himself part of this good land, which he sees as a home for him and his family, after spending 45 years of his life in it," indicating his willingness to serve it and dedicate his loyalty to it and its people, through the gateway to volunteering.

The largest Expo 2020 volunteer drew attention to the experience of participating in this event, which he considered a golden opportunity to meet people, learn about the experiences of the diverse cultures that the exhibition will attract, guide visitors, and help them discover the event's surprises.

Singhal revealed his readiness for any work assigned to him at the Expo site, stressing that he assumed several responsibilities throughout his retirement, and maintained his physical fitness to be at the level of the event, as an old golfer, walking four to six kilometers a day.

The culture of volunteering for the community has always taken an important and avant-garde position in the vision of the UAE, and received its support and embrace, until it became an integral part of the culture of its people and residents, given the great role of this culture in sustainable development and in leading a better future for generations.

The event, the largest of its kind in the world, provides a program called "Expo for Volunteers", which is a valuable opportunity to acquire new skills and live unforgettable moments.

About 30,000 people participated in the UAE, including university students, employees, housewives, retirees and people of determination.

• "Expo" is a golden opportunity to meet people and learn about the experiences of diverse cultures.