The centre has asked the state governments to look into the welfare of the children who lost their parents to the second wave of Covid-19. The state governments are asked to provide assistance and rehabilitation to such children.

Smriti Irani stated that social media posts with information about the children that asked people to adopt the children were illegal.

The Karnataka Government appointed an officer to identify and address the needs of children orphaned by COVID-19. The officer is to ensure the children are provided with the necessary facilities and support.