Tag: Social Protection in India

Families who lost breadwinners in COVID-19 need supportive policies and a safety net

Why government must provide relief to families lost breadwinners?  Context: Recently a case has been filed in the court demanding compensation for Covid-19 deaths. The petitioners demand one-time compensation payments (₹4 lakh) or notified ex gratia (Voluntary payment by government).  Government response in court:  The government said that such payments are beyond the Government’s fiscal affordability.  Instead of giving one-time compensation payments, the government can deploy funds in… Continue reading Families who lost breadwinners in COVID-19 need supportive policies and a safety net