Management of COVID: The Creeping Disaster in the Indian Scenario

Authors

  • Keny J. New Port Nature Environment and Wildlife Society (NEWS), LGR Nagar, Karaikal, Tamil Nadu, India
  • Godfrey G.P. Jawahar Society for National Integration through Rural Development, S.N.I.R.D., Railpet, Ongole - 523 001, Prakasam District, Andhra Pradesh

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.18485/ijdrm.2024.6.1.7

Keywords:

COVID-19, creeping disaster, management strategies, healthcare infrastructure

Abstract

The COVID-19 pandemic has posed an enormous challenge to the Indian healthcare system, leading to a creeping disaster in the country. This research article aims to analyze the management strategies adopted by the Indian government to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 and highlight the challenges faced in the Indian scenario. The study is based on a qualitative analysis of various secondary sources, including government reports, scientific literature, and news articles. The findings suggest that the Indian government implemented several measures to manage the COVID-19 pandemic, including nationwide lockdowns, scaling up testing and treatment facilities, and vaccination drives. However, the implementation of these measures was plagued by several challenges, including inadequate healthcare infrastructure, inadequate funding, shortage of medical supplies, and misinformation. The study also highlights the need for a coordinated response from different stakeholders, including the government, healthcare workers, and the general public, to effectively manage the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the study recommends the need for a robust healthcare infrastructure, investment in research and development, and public awareness campaigns to address the challenges posed by COVID-19. Overall, this research article provides insights into the management of the creeping disaster COVID-19 in the Indian scenario and underscores the need for concerted efforts from all stakeholders to effectively mitigate the impact of the pandemic.

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2024-06-28

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Port, K. J. N. ., & Jawahar, G. G. . (2024). Management of COVID: The Creeping Disaster in the Indian Scenario. International Journal of Disaster Risk Management, 6(1), 103–110. https://doi.org/10.18485/ijdrm.2024.6.1.7

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