Question

Using the techniques of 'narrative essay' as given in your course-book, write an essay
of approximately 500 words on ‘A Visit to the Market During COVID-19
Lockdown'​

Answer 1

Answer:

Explanation:

On Wednesday, when the national capital reported over 5500 fresh Covid-19 cases at a positivity rate of 6.10%, many weekly markets across the city were packed to capacity, with most shoppers clearly flouting social distancing norms.

I visited two such markets and saw poor compliance of social distancing protocols with shoppers jostling with each other for space.

At the weekly Wednesday market in Govindpuri, mask discipline was poor with little to no social distancing, despite public address systems relaying announcements about standard operating procedures.

I was at the market along with my siblings and mother, and the market was crowded as usual despite the government confirming that Delhi will witnessing the Third wave of the infection.

The market is usually crowded on Wednesday. If you go by the crowds, you’d think that the pandemic is over. While there were announcements reminding people to maintain physical distancing, shoppers are not mindful of the rules.

“I’m in Delhi for a short visit and decided to do some essential shopping. I didn’t anticipate that the market would be crowded to this extent,”

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