COVID: Idol sculptors in MP bear the brunt

Idol sculptors in Madhya Pradesh are experiencing hardships despite relaxations announced by government during Unlock 1.0.

Lack of availability of material to create idols have further increased their troubles.

"Period of lockdown was extremely difficult, even now we are not getting the material to make idols," said a sculptor.

MHA has ordered phased 'unlocking' of activities outside containment zones.

Lockdown was first enforced in March to contain the spread of COVID-19.