An Abu Dhabi resident, Priyanka Tamang, is making a desperate plea for the return of her beloved Maltese dog, Jiku, who went missing from the Al Mushrif area over two months ago. Since his disappearance on July 3, just days after the family relocated, Priyanka and her fiancé have tirelessly combed the neighborhood, distributing flyers and speaking with locals. For Priyanka, Jiku is more than just a pet; she describes him as a son whose presence provided her with immense comfort after long workdays. Despite the emotional toll and the heartbreak of hearing reports from people who claim they shooed the scared animal away instead of helping, the couple remains steadfast in their search.

The search efforts have gained significant momentum through the generosity of local businesses, which have helped boost the reward for Jiku’s safe return to Dh30,000. While the couple continues to endure insensitive prank calls, they refuse to disconnect their phones, clinging to the hope that a genuine lead will surface. Priyanka remains optimistic that someone may have taken Jiku in, believing he was a stray, and hopes that increased publicity will bring him home. Those with information are encouraged to verify the dog’s identity through his microchip (ending in 8732) and reach out to the family at 0562980817 or 0556105319.