COVID-19: Centre Asks States to Review Existing Facilities for Vulnerable Groups

New Delhi: Taking into account the impact of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic particularly on vulnerable sections of society, including women, children, and senior citizens, the Ministry of Home Affairs has asked States and Union Territories to review their existing facilities for vulnerable groups.

The MHA has reiterated to States/ Union Territories to focus on vulnerable sections, especially children who may have been orphaned due to loss of parents due to COVID-19.

The MHA has asked States/Union Territories to undertake an immediate review of existing facilities for vulnerable groups, especially for children who have been orphaned, senior citizens who may require timely assistance and support (medical as well as safety and security), and members of the Scheduled Castes/ Scheduled Tribes who may need guidance to access Government support facilities, according to an official statement.