With COVID-19 spreading its tentacles in India, there is a lot of fear regarding health and livelihoods. Government is taking stringent measures and has imposed 21+19 days of lockdown to restrict the transmission of virus. Keeping in view all this, the food demands of the huge population have to be met on a day to day basis.
This new Corana Virus has been stretching widely in India but still the reported cases is much lesser to what it is in other countries. The unprecedented state of affairs has stirred up a strong sense of fright and uncertainty in the psyche of everyone. First and foremost thing that is bothering people is the impact on the food supply during this lockdown.
Some of the measures that are taken by the government for the smooth functioning of the supply chains are-
- The government has asked the FMCG companies to make their best efforts to bring the supply chains to a normal pace
- The government is making efforts to resolve upcoming challenges. These include labour accessibility and truck shortages.
- The government is taking strong steps to ensure public safety. It is arranging hand sanitizers, floor detergents, and cleaners. Laundry detergents and food supplies are also being provided as the country fights the pandemic.
In these difficult times, the country is taking steps to ensure products reach people without interruption. Transport companies are also stepping forward and fulfilling their responsibility.
Transport services by rail, air, and road are suspended. However, online transport companies work round the clock. They ensure essential commodities and medical supplies are delivered without delay. The transportation for all the medical staff is also available so that they can offer their valuable services. Some of the reputed and professional companies are offering their logistic and transportation services to transport the essential commodities. Their devoted staff and the maintained fleet of vehicles are offering on-time delivery so that people continue to stay safely at home and save their nation in the time of crisis.
Transportation of Goods:
Transportation companies are transporting the goods keeping in view the following things as per the guidelines set by the government-
- All transport company vehicles must display a sticker stating that they are carrying essential commodities to a specific state.
- The driver must carry a letter from the company confirming that the vehicle transports only essential commodities and medical supplies.
- The transport companies should also maintain sanitation, hygiene and also need to follow social distancing principles while on the move.
As the government takes necessary steps to manage the COVID‑19 emergency, companies must also fulfill their responsibilities and remain positive during this crisis.