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Can Indians buy property in Dubai?
Yes. Indian nationals — like all foreign nationals — can buy and fully own property in Dubai in designated freehold areas, with the title registered in their own name at the Dubai Land Department. You do not need to be a UAE resident, and Indians are in fact the largest group of foreign buyers in Dubai. You can buy remotely from India via power of attorney, and you can repatriate rental income and sale proceeds. Just be mindful of India's Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) limits on how much you can remit abroad per financial year, and factor in the ~6–8% transaction costs on top of the purchase price.
Did exactly this from India. Used a registered trustee office for the transfer and never sent money to a personal account — that part is non-negotiable for safety.
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General information, not financial, legal or investment advice. Rules, thresholds and fees change — verify current details with the Dubai Land Department and a licensed professional before transacting.