Stone workers of Historic town of Taxila Pakistan during covid19 Lockdown

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Stone Workers & Daily Wagers of Taxila in Need




Covid19 lock down became the best or probably the only tool to stop the spread of deadly virus. Taxila is well known town for its historic background however Taxila came under BBACF radar for a very different reason.
Historic Town in Trouble
Most of the town is engaged in work which falls under daily wagers category. People are related to stone industry in Taxila. Lock down had prevented daily wagers from work by ordering the workshops, factories and shops to remain closed during covid19 lock down.

An area facing the consequences adversely in known as Railway Road area in Taxila. BBACF team visited the area to verify the conditions and identify the number of families in critical situation. After completion of the process, food packages were supplied to ease the situation in Taxila area. However, the region needs more of the support in terms of food supply as the lock down continues.
Location: Railway Rd, Taxila, Rawalpindi, Punjab, Pakistan

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