A BRIEF OVERVIEW OF THE PLIGHT OF COVID-19 ORPHANS IN INDIA AND GOVERNMENTAL INITIATIVES TO TACKLE THE ISSUE

Covid -19 had a devastating effect on almost every individual in one form or another. The impact is multi-dimensional ranging from increased unemployment, poverty, physical and emotional abuse, economic crisis and still the list is not exhaustive. However, the most devastating effect was on Covid-19 orphans not only in India but across the globe. The plight of Covid -19 orphans is pathetic and worrisome as they are exposed to several vulnerabilities ranging from their schooling, health and diet, and protection and emotional wellbeing. This research article is analytical in approach and doctrinal method of research is adopted. The present is focused on Covid-19 orphans in India. In this article, various regulatory mechanisms relating to protection of orphans in India and government initiatives to tackle the risks to which the covid-19 orphans are exposed to are highlighted critically evaluated. In the end, conclusions are drawn on the basis of secondary data collected from various newspaper reports and other digital resources and appropriate measures are suggested to help the Covid-19 orphan in India.