Pushed to the fringes
Fatigue, swollen feet, despair and fear. Lost in the no-man’s land, the nationwide lockdowns proved hard for those who depend on daily incomes to survive. Food became a scarcity and a roof above their heads remained a pipe dream. Longing to reunite with their loved ones, some set off on foot or took small vehicles for the toughest journey of their lives. We bring you the untold stories of their battle to make them heard and be remembered.
Lost in lockdown
On the brinks
of no tomorrow
The nationwide lockdown, declared with four hours notice on March 24 left many without protection against the virus.
Most faced hunger or homelessness because they could not work and they had to rely on the help of others for food and survival.