Abu Dhabi teacher dies after contracting coronavirus

Anil Kumar, who taught Hindi at Sunrise School, was admitted to hospital on May 7

Anil Kumar was described as a much-loved language teacher whose wife, Rajini, taught at the same school.

Tributes have been paid to an Abu Dhabi teacher who died after developing Covid-19.

Anil Kumar, who taught Hindi at Sunrise School in Mussaffah, became ill after contracting the coronavirus two weeks ago.

He was admitted to hospital on May 7 with breathing problems.

“The sad and shocking demise of Anil Kumar on May 24 has left the entire Sunrise family in a pall of gloom,” read a post on the school’s Facebook page.

"The bond that he had developed over the years, just as how we have with each faculty, makes the loss unbearable.

“The entire SEPS family is shaken and finds it hard to come to terms with this most saddening news.”

The school described Mr Kumar as a "very inspiring teacher who had a great way of motivating his pupils to do their best, and pushed them to be the best they could be".

He is survived by his wife, Rajini – a maths teacher at the same school – and two children.

“Our prayers and sincere condolences are with each and every one of the family. May God give them the strength to endure and face this most challenging phase of their life,” the post read.