The migrant worker cases are an impending disaster. Every researcher, case worker, community leader, journalist who works with the migrant worker brothers knows the sheer density and pathetic sanitary conditions in dorms. The density makes the difference, sometimes 10 to a room.

The other concern is the stigma, and the loss of work. I hope MOM has a plan.

Day 13/21 #21nationallockdownIndia Devachi Uruli, Pune Rural. The chowk is buzzing with activity. All Kirana shops are open, a full array of vegetable vendors are plying their fare. Milk powder is out of stock as was the bakery shut. People buying candles for 9pm show.