What is it about?
This study explores the challenges faced by migrant construction-site workers in Bhavnagar, India, during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020. It looks at their experiences, including financial hardships, social issues, and psychological stress caused by the lockdown. The study emphasizes the need for support systems and government interventions to alleviate the suffering of migrant workers during crises.
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Why is it important?
This work is crucial because it sheds light on the often-overlooked plight of migrant workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. It highlights their financial struggles, social discrimination, and psychological distress, emphasizing the urgent need for targeted assistance and improved social security mechanisms. The study's findings can inform policies to better support vulnerable populations during similar crises.
Perspectives
From a personal perspective, this publication underscores the pressing need for comprehensive measures to protect the rights and well-being of migrant workers in India. It's a call to action for policymakers, researchers, and organizations to address the challenges faced by this marginalized group and ensure their access to essential services, financial support, and social inclusion during emergencies.
Mihir Rupani
National Institute of Occupational Health, Indian Council of Medical Research
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This page is a summary of: Plight of migrant construction-site workers during the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020: A qualitative exploration in Bhavnagar, Western India, Work, September 2023, IOS Press,
DOI: 10.3233/wor-220127.
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