When the pandemic hit India in early 2020, sparking lockdowns and tight travel restrictions, Mitali Verma was caught off guard. The senior analyst, who works at the Hyderabad headquarters of Novartis, was physically cut off from her family in Uttar Pradesh. In a time marked by complete social isolation, Verma drew strength from her work and friendship with colleagues, which helped her navigate through the ups and downs of the new normal.

By Egecan Huesemoglu

Published on 14/02/2022