Throughout the whole coronavirus pandemic, many countries have taken serious measures trying to stop the spread of the virus. Countries around the world have issued a stay at home order and are encouraging social distancing. Many businesses have been closed until further notice except for stores like pharmacies and markets which provide essential services. The country of India has also enacted these orders but to a new extreme. On March 24th at 8 pm, the prime minister of India laid down restrictions across the country shutting down all businesses, public transportation, and ordered everyone to stay in their homes. Though everyone has to follow these rules, the poor population of the country which also is the majority will suffer the most. The reason being is that many of the migrant workers and poor population rely on their jobs to survive in society and now they are not allowed to do so. Many countries around the world have offered financial aid which equates to about 20% of its GDP to its citizens and businesses. India has done very little in this category and has only offered around 22 billion dollars which in comparison amounts to less than 1% of India's GDP. Compared to other nations across the world it seems that India's government is not doing much to help its citizens sustain their income along with their supply of necessities. If nothing is done to resolve this ongoing issue across India, crime and acts of desperation will increase and the well being of its citizens will be in danger.
Source: https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2020/03/india-coronavirus-covid19-narendra-modi/608896/
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