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The cost of lockdown in the developing world
Mar 26, 2020
Jayati Ghosh, Professor of economics at the Jawaharlal Nehru University, discusses the lack of planning for the millions near the breadline in India's lockdown. The podcast explores the devastating impact of lockdown measures in developing countries and the urgent need for coordinated solutions to support essential services. Experts analyze the long-term effects of COVID-19 on poverty, malnutrition, and government responses in nations like Pakistan and Brazil.
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- Lack of planning in lockdowns exacerbates distress among vulnerable populations, like migrant workers in India.
- Global support is necessary to prevent economic crises in developing countries due to lockdowns.
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Impact of Lockdown on Vulnerable Populations in India
The podcast discusses the severe impact of the lockdown in India on vulnerable populations, such as migrant workers who have suddenly become jobless. With essential services disrupted and lack of clear directives, many are facing extreme hardship, resorting to long journeys on foot to reach home villages. The lack of planning in a country already with millions on the brink of poverty has caused heightened distress and created challenges for ensuring food supplies and essential services.
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