Covid-19 challenge: India works on 3-month plan, to stagger dole
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More likely, the beneficiaries will try to cash out the rations, and visit the temples and relief centres for food and provisions.
But the government has once again, taken a measured step, IMO. By staggering it out, they have ensured the continuity of consumption. While not saying that the lockdown would be extended, they have indicated that it is possible. Anyway, even if the lockdown is lifted mid-April, the demand won't return immediately.
I don't think that we will see any food riots in India, but staying idle may give reign to the devils in some troublemakers' minds.