School is so much more than just a place to learn for many children. It is a source of protection from dangers such as violence, child labour and child marriage. It is often where children get their only nutritious meal of the day. It also gives parents the time to work to earn enough to keep their families going. Without school, millions of children will be put at risk and may never return to their education.
Children belonging to families of daily wage earners; those who are living in marginalized economic statuses, are already getting affected due to this slowdown. They are facing difficulties in fulfilling their basic necessities, including two square meals for their family members. It has been noticed that children’s priorities in such extreme conditions are always neglected.