Lockdown Realities: A Socio-Economic Divide

This chapter examines the disparate experiences of individuals from different sectors during the lockdown, emphasizing the stark contrast between the private and public sectors as well as the middle class and working class. It critiques the longer-term economic implications of lockdown measures, expressing skepticism about government support systems while highlighting the potential blame on policymakers for the emerging crises. The discussion also sheds light on the mental health toll and societal discontent arising from prolonged restrictions, stressing the need for awareness and lawful protests against the backdrop of evolving public sentiment.