India, Oct. 27 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
Access to timely healthcare makes a life-changing difference, particularly for workers facing economic hardship.
The journey of Mohan Lal (name changed), a 65-year-old waste picker from Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, highlights how social protection and healthcare support can help vulnerable workers overcome serious medical challenges and move towards a healthier life.
Coming from a financially disadvantaged family, Mohan Lal spent most of his life working as a contractual sanitation worker and waste picker, earning between Rs 101 and Rs 250 per day. His modest income was barely sufficient to meet his family's basic needs, leaving little scope for savings or unexpected expenses. Whe...