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milestonengo · 4 years

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CORONA: A Silver Lining

For the past few months news headlines have been constant. The centre of attraction for the entire globe is and has been the novel coronavirus. The numerals in news articles are intimidating. We are living with the fear of either contracting the disease or its effect on the economy. Yet there is something more saddening than this, i.e., we have missed the brightness in this gloomy situation.

The petite yet notable positive impacts of lockdown have been ignored. While the corona has confined us to our homes, it has given the mother nature a chance to breathe. Also, it has given us a break from the routine workaholic life.

Impact of lockdown on nature

Low Pollution: With closing down of industries and no traffic on the roads, the level of pollution has decreased significantly.

"People in Punjab can see Himalayan Ranges from more than 100 miles away."

Clean Rivers: The waters of rivers have become clean to the extent that fishes can be seen easily.

"The water of Ganga River is now fit for drinking after necessary treatment."

Wildlife Rejuvenation: Minimal human activity has given a golden opportunity to the other creatures inhabiting the Earth to roam freely.

"Swans can be seen in Venice Canals."

Impact of lockdown on our health

Healthy Eating Habits: Since restaurants, cafes, bars are closed, everyone is consuming meals cooked at home.

"Home cooking usually uses less oil, fresh ingredients, and little to no processed foods, making it a healthier option than eating out."

Family Time: With schools, offices operating from home, families are getting time to sit together watch movies, eat, play, etc.

"Spending time together is a great way to relieve stress and improve mental health."

Improved Sleeping Pattern: Earlier, due to hectic routines and workload, sleep was compromised. Work from home saves time, and so we can sleep for an extra hour.

"Even an extra hour of sleep makes a big difference to our health."

Milestone (NGO) agrees that these times are miserable and frustrating. But we request everyone to cooperate and look at the bright side. The most important thing is to stay healthy mentally and take good care of each other and stray animals.

The Corona situation will settle with time, but we need to remember its positive impacts and should work towards building a coexisting, sustainable environment.

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milestonengo · 4 years

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Sarla: Umesh Ji, I request you, please don't go there today.

Umesh: What are you saying? If I don't go to the food distribution centre, what will we eat today?

Sarla: But how can you go there in this condition?

Umesh: I know you are worried after what happened yesterday. There was a stampede at the centre and so I broke my right arm. Yet i have to bring us food.

Umesh, a paraplegic, struggles to push his wheelchair with his left arm when,

Guddu: (with teary ears) Papa, please don't go. I am not hungry. We can manage without food. We just want you to be safe.

Umesh: (wiping Guddu's tears) Dear son, you don't need to worry. Go play, papa will be back with food soon.

He leaves for the centre.

Umesh is one amongst the many specially-abled people, who have become a victim of poverty. The country-wide lockdown has caused a financial crisis. It is a critical time for differently-abled people as they have no support. Travelling to distribution centres is cumbersome due to the inaccessibility of public transport. The centres are heavily crowded, so it's difficult for them to manage on their own. Moreover, nobody volunteers to help in this period of social distancing.

Milestone (NGO) understood their challenges and came forward to support. We identified 200 families with specially-abled bread owners in Nangloi, Delhi. We delivered ration, consisting of rice, aata, oil, spices, sugar and salt to their residences.

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milestonengo · 4 years

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A Huge Moment for India! Coronavirus infection has engulfed the entire world. In less than 6 months since the outbreak in Wuhan, China, COVID-19 has spread over 200 countries, infected more than 54,00,000 and claimed over 3,40,000 lives. With the nations boasting of the best medical facilities stooping, a mere thought of the infection is terrorizing.

Amidst all this chaos, the one nation that has emerged out as an inspiration is India. A population size five times than that of the US, India has so far reported only 1,32,755 cases with 54,819 recoveries. Due to the timely and well-informed actions taken by the government, the spread of the disease has been well-managed. Although, the lockdown has raised many issues, yet it has proved to be a vital means of control. Several schemes have been launched to assist the needy in these critical times.

Today, India is not only self-dependent but support for other nations. The country has exported medicines, testing kits and other medical assistance worldwide. Many look up to India for its strategy to control COVID-19.

Dr Harsh Vardhan, the Health and Family Welfare Minister of India, has been elected as the WHO Executive Board Chairman. It is a moment of pride and glory for the citizens of India. Their efforts are being recognised and acknowledged.

In these challenging times, MILESTONE (NGO) is supporting the underprivileged. We are distributing essential items like food, sanitary napkins and safety kits in various districts of Delhi. Also, we are creating awareness through offline and online modes.

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