Navigating Workforce Challenges in Nainital During COVID-19: Socio-Economic and Policy Perspectives

Sachin Tiwari; Sachin Gairola; Dhanpreet Kaur; Preeti Saxena; Harsh Kumar; Arpit Bisht

Navigating Workforce Challenges in Nainital During COVID-19: Socio-Economic and Policy Perspectives

Authors: Sachin Tiwari, Sachin Gairola, Dhanpreet Kaur, Preeti Saxena, Harsh Kumar, Arpit Bisht

Unique Paper ID: 179638
Volume: 11
Issue: 12
PageNo: 7043-7051

Keywords: COVID-19; Labour force; Nainital.

Abstract:
The present study aimed to investigate the impact of COVID-19 across different work forces in This study investigates the impact of COVID-19 on various workforce groups in Nainital, Uttarakhand, India. Data collection was conducted through field surveys between 2022 and 2024 using semi-structured interviews with open-ended questions, employing purposive sampling. Most of the local population comprises daily wage laborers, shopkeepers, street vendors, transporters, fishermen, and individuals associated with tourism. Comparative analysis revealed that tourism-dependent workers were the most affected, followed by those in the fishing sector. The pandemic's economic consequences were primarily driven by the fear of disease transmission and uncertainty surrounding lockdown durations. The study also highlights the disproportionate impact on women, who were entirely displaced from the labor market, exacerbating household unemployment and reducing per capita income. Additionally, findings indicate a decline in community cohesion, as self centered behaviors led to widespread violations of "stay home" directives. As urbanization trends continue to rise, there is an urgent need for improved city-level governance, including long-term planning, investment in healthcare and education, and coordinated crisis response strategies. Strengthening these mechanisms will enhance preparedness for future pandemics and public health emergencies. This study contributes to the academic discourse by offering an interdisciplinary perspective on the socio-economic ramifications of COVID-19 and the necessity for sustainable urban resilience policies.

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ISSN: 2349-6002
Volume: 11
Issue: 12
PageNo: 7043-7051

Navigating Workforce Challenges in Nainital During COVID-19: Socio-Economic and Policy Perspectives

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