Impact of Covid-19 on Infrastructure Sector in India

Authors

  • Ms. Deepti Meena
  • Mr. G.R. Meena

Keywords:

COVID‐ 19, Lockdown, Infrastructure, Transportation, Power

Abstract

In June 2020, COVID-19 cases increased, making India the third-worst affected nation globally. However, the lockdown had a considerable effect on the infrastructure sector's output, including but not limited to the transportation, power, and construction subsectors. Although there are several causes for this, the lack of human capital made it more difficult. This paper aims to evaluate the fundamental situation in India and discuss possible impact on the infrastructure sector.

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2022-12-31

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Meena, M. D. ., & Meena, M. G. . (2022). Impact of Covid-19 on Infrastructure Sector in India. The Journal of Contemporary Issues in Business and Government, 28(4), 2065–2077. Retrieved from https://cibgp.com/au/index.php/1323-6903/article/view/2746

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