Discover the profound human impact of the unprecedented COVID-19 lockdown in India, focusing on the plight of its migrant workers. This book vividly chronicles the arduous journeys and immense hardships faced by *pravasi shramiks*, detailing their desperate struggles for survival amidst a critical socio-economic crisis. Gain deep insights into the *mahamari’s* effect on vulnerable Indian communities and the vast scale of internal displacement. Essential for understanding the true Indian lockdown experience and its lasting societal echoes.