Naseeruddin Shah Criticises Modi Government Over Handling Of Covid-19 Pandemic

Veteran actor Naseeruddin Shah criticised the Narendra Modi government for its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. Speaking at the launch of the book <b>Trust in a Time of Crisis</b>, Shah accused the government of displaying an "attitude of indifference" during the announcement of the nationwide lockdown in March 2020. Shah praised healthcare professionals and volunteers for risking their lives against an "invisible enemy," describing those who died as <b>martyrs</b>. He stated that future public health emergencies will require different skills, solutions, and forms of leadership to manage effectively.