A PROJECT ON COVID 19

FOR SESSION 2023-24

PRESENTED BY: SAKSHAM JAIN

SARTHAK GOEL
PIYUSH VERMA
TUSHAR VERMA
VED PRAKASH SHARMA
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
A project is a golden opportunity for learning and self-development.
We consider ourselves fortunate
and privileged to have such wonderful mentors
guide us through the journey for the completion of
the project.
• Our sincere thanks to Dr. Savita Arora, Principal,
Bharti public school, Swasthya Vihar, who despite
being extraordinarily busy took time out to address
us and guide us.
• Our heartfelt gratitude tour Teacher Guide, Ms.
Malvika Mathur, for her patience and belief in us.
Her exemplary investment in the complete process,
constant encouragement and insightful feedback
helped us achieve our objectives.
• Lastly, we would like to thank our family members
whose support helped us complete the project
within the deadline.
 OBJECTIVES
The objective of studying the impacts of COVID-19 on the environment is
to understand how the pandemic and associated measures,such as
Lockdowns and reduced human activity has affected various aspects of
the nature such as air quality , wildlife, ecosystem.

This research aims to identify both positive and negative environmental changes
resulting from altered human activities during the pandemic,and to draw lessons
for .Sustainable practices and policies in the future.
 Index
S.no. Content Page No
1 Introduction
6
2 Life During Covid
7
3 Life After Covid
8
4 Impacts of Covid 19
9-17
5 Questionnaire and Responses
18-24
6 Reflections
25-30
7 Conclusion
31
8 Bibliography
32
 INTRODUCTION
The COVID-19 pandemic, whose outbreak in late 2019 , swept
across the globe with unprecedented speed and scale, has left a
significant mark on society, economy, and public health.

Beyond its immediate effects on human lives, the pandemic has also
triggered significant changes in the environment. As governments
imposed strict lockdown measures and travel restrictions to curb
the virus’s spread, human activities underwent a remarkable
transformation.

This shift led to notable changes in various

environmental aspects, including air and water quality,
wildlife behavior, and ecological balance. This project
explores the multifaceted impacts of COVID-19 on the
environment, shedding light on the lessons we can learn
for a more sustainable and resilient future.
 LIFE DURING COVID
India faced the horrors of the coronavirus pandemic. It has piled an enormous strain on our health system’s
infrastructure and put it vulnerable. A recent study and meta-analysis of the prevalence of psychological co-
morbidities among COVID 19 patients, health care professionals, and the general public showed that 40% of
individuals had poor sleep quality, 34% have stress, and 34% have psychological distress. Another online poll
discovered that 40.5% of respondents said they were experiencing depressed or anxious symptoms. Another
three-quarter of participants reported having a moderate degree of stress and a negative sense of well-
being. Stress and anxiety levels are rising daily as a result of the rapid rise in coronavirus infections.

An online survey of 282 Indian adults was conducted using an anonymous Google form, with the following
parameters in mind: anxiety, depression, internet and pornography addiction, drug addiction, hostility
experiences, changes in food and sleep habits, social empathy, and relationship quality, to obtain a more
accurate psychological and sociological picture of life during the lockdown. According to this study, general
anxiety disorder was more prevalent among sexual minorities than heterosexuals. Additionally, research
showed a very particular fact: those close to their family who had a close connection and vulnerabilities
were more likely to exhibit social empathy and have more positive social interactions. However, the
psychological portion of the research showed that a solid and resilient attitude, good coping techniques, and
other methods enabled even high-risk people to maintain a positive attitude during the coronavirus
lockdown.
 LIFE AFTER COVID
Life will not be the same again after the Covid-19 pandemic. We are all
anticipating a fresh beginning. The start of a post-COVID future in which
everything will change, and we will need to adjust our behaviour accordingly.
Everything will change our values, our lives, our houses, our etiquette and
manner of social contact, our viewpoint, and societal outlook. We are inclined
to speculate and are curious about what the future holds for us, but we can
never be sure since the future is unpredictable. Long-term coronavirus effects
typically include an increase in economic inequality, more cars and fewer
people on the road (which means people will develop a habit of staying inside
their homes and we will see far fewer people outside than we did previously),
changes in physical and mental health, changes in lifestyle, and possibly a
dramatic increase in social leisure activities and social ability to interact.
IMPACTS OF
COVID 19
 SOCIAL IMPACTS
• Loss of Lives: COVID-19 has caused millions of deaths worldwide, leading to immense grief and loss for
families and communities. It has changed the way societies deal with death, with restrictions on funerals
and mourning practice

• Mental Health Impact: The pandemic has taken a toll on people's mental health, with increased rates of
anxiety, depression, and stress. Fear of illness, and uncertainty about the future have contributed to this
mental health crisis

• Stigmatization and Discrimination: Certain communities and ethnic groups have faced stigmatization and
discrimination due to the origins of the virus or misinformation. This has led to social tensions and
division in some societies.

• Social Isolation: Social distancing measures and travel restrictions limited social interactions, leading to
feelings of loneliness and isolation, particularly among the elderly and vulnerable populations.
• Impact on Relationships: The pandemic put strains on personal relationships, with some individuals
experiencing increased conflict and challenges in maintaining connections

• Health Awareness and Behavior Changes: The pandemic brought increased awareness of public
health measures like hand hygiene, mask-wearing, and vaccination, leading to changes in individual
behaviour

• Increase in Online Activities: People increasingly turned to online platforms for work, education,
socializing, and entertainment, leading to both positive and negative impacts on personal well-
being.

• Change in Social Actions: Social norms and etiquettes shifted significantly, with practices like
handshakes, hugging, and close gatherings becoming less common due to hygiene and distancing
guidelines.
 ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACTS
• Reduced Air Pollution: Lockdowns and travel restrictions led to a significant decrease in industrial and
transportation activities, resulting in reduced emissions of greenhouse gases and other air pollutants.
This improvement in air quality was observed in many cities worldwide.

• Impact on Waste Generation: The increased use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as masks,
gloves, and medical supplies led to a surge in medical waste generation. Additionally, more single-use
items were used during the pandemic, contributing to plastic waste

• Changes in Energy Consumption: With people spending more time at home, household energy
consumption patterns changed, with an increase in residential energy use and a decrease in commercial
energy consumption.

• Impact on Waterways: The increased use of single-use plastics and improper disposal of PPE contributed
to plastic pollution in waterways and oceans
• Impact on Recycling: With health concerns, recycling efforts might have been affected in some regions due to
limited collection and processing capacity.

• Impact on Waste Management: With increased online shopping and food delivery, there was an upswing in
single-use packaging waste and plastic waste, adding to the existing global plastic pollution problem.

• Wildlife and Biodiversity: The reduction in human activities and travel may have had temporary positive
effects on some wildlife, with reports of animals being observed in areas usually dominated by human
presence.However, the pandemic also raised concerns about potential illegal poaching and wildlife trafficking
due to decreased monitoring and enforcement efforts.

• Climate Change Response: Governments' focus on handling the pandemic might have shifted attention and
resources away from climate change initiatives, potentially affecting the pace of climate action and policy
implementation
 ECONOMICAL
IMPACTS
• GDP Contraction: The pandemic led to a contraction in India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP). In the fiscal
year 2020-2021, India's GDP contracted by around 7.3%, which was a result of lockdowns, reduced
economic activity, and disruptions in supply chains.

• Unemployment: The lockdowns and restrictions imposed to curb the spread of the virus resulted in
widespread job losses and reduced income for many individuals. Informal sectors and daily wage
workers were particularly affected.

• Sectors Hit Hardest: Certain sectors such as hospitality, tourism, aviation, entertainment, and small
businesses faced severe setbacks due to reduced consumer demand and travel restrictions.
Manufacturing and construction sectors were also affected.

• Digital Transformation: The pandemic accelerated the adoption of digital technologies and e-commerce.
Online services, digital payments, and remote work became essential tools for businesses and individuals.
• Agriculture and Rural Economy: While urban areas were hit hard, rural areas were relatively less affected.
Agriculture, which employs a significant portion of the population, remained relatively stable, and the
government also focused on rural employment schemes.

• Migration and Urban Crisis: The mass exodus of migrant workers from cities to rural areas due to job losses
highlighted issues related to migrant labour and urban infrastructure. This event sparked discussions about
labour rights and social safety nets.

• Healthcare Expenditure: The pandemic highlighted the importance of investing in healthcare infrastructure.
The Indian government announced plans to increase healthcare spending and improve healthcare facilities
across the country.

• Trade Impact: International trade was disrupted due to global lockdowns and reduced demand. Exports and
imports were affected, impacting trade balance.

• Tourism and Hospitality: The tourism and hospitality sectors faced a steep decline as international and
domestic travel came to a standstill. Many hotels, restaurants, and tourist destinations experienced
significant losses.
 HEALTH IMAPCTS
• Spread and Surge of Cases : COVID-19 cases surged in India, with significant waves of infections.
Overcrowding in urban areas and limited healthcare infrastructure posed challenges in controlling the
spread

• Vaccination Campaigns : India launched one of the world's largest COVID-19 vaccination campaigns.
The government initially prioritized healthcare workers, frontline workers, and vulnerable populations

• Vaccine Production and Distribution : India is a major producer of vaccines, but vaccine shortages and
distribution challenges were reported during the pandemic. Efforts were made to ramp up production
and expand distribution to remote areas

• Public Health Measures : The government implemented lockdowns, travel restrictions, and containment
zones to control the spread of the virus. Mask mandates and social distancing were enforced in various
phases
QUESTIONNAIRE
REFLECTIONS
BY -
SAKSHAM JAIN
BY-
SARTHAK GOEL
BY -
VED PRAKASH
SHARMA
BY-
TUSHAR VERMA
BY-
PIYUSH VERMA
 CONCLUSION
We hope we were able to deliver our data and thoughts properly.
Our main focus was not to complete this project as soon as possible
but to do it carefully while also learning new things and facts
simultaneously.We as a group tried to find most suitable data to
enter.

At last by above file we can conclude that COVID was a disaster which
the world will remember for decades and decades and the responses
by various people will show us what people think about this outbreak
after such a long time of its end.We should work together and make
sure that we don’t face such pandemic ever again in our life.
 BIBLIOGRAPHY
THE FOLLOWING LINKS WERE USED FOR DATA:

• FREEPIK.COM(FOR IMAGES AND OTHER BACKGROUNDS)

• CHATGPT.COM

• GOOGLE.COM

APART FROM ALL THESE LINKS WE USED OUR PERSONAL OBSERVATIONS OF

PANDEMIC AS DATA IN THIS AND DIFFERENT DATA THAT WE HAVE ACQUIRED
FROM OUR PARENTS AND FRIENDS.