Every new year is full of excitements and new hopes. We all wish for the best in the coming year and same was wished when we landed in the year 2021. The bad experiences of Corona virus in 2020 leading to so many deaths across the globe, we all prayed and hoped that 2021 should be different. Now we are landing in 2022, what we hoped and what happened in 2021 is different because of the deadliest 2nd wave of Corona virus leading to loss of lives of millions across the globe.
If we compare 2020 and 2021, both seems identical to many aspects, particularly to the COVID-19 pandemic. Although, many restrictions were relaxed including nation-wide lockdown, as compared to 2020. When things were coming to normal, sudden surge in Corona cases in the month of March and April 2021, reaching peak in May which witnessed more than 400,000 cases per day in India. Many lost their lives due to the “deadliest virus”. Fear factor, scary moments were common in those months till the cases started to fall. Those who survive are lucky and those who didn’t contract with the virus are also lucky. The importance of life was re-understood and re-written.
As 2021 is witnessing its end, Omicron, the new variant of Corona virus had knocked the door in India and other parts of world. Slowly, the number of cases is increasing. The casualties due to Omicron variant is yet to be established but it is a matter of concern as of now.
Let us look at some of the important events in 2021:
- COVID-19 cases crossed 100 million worldwide on 26th January 2021.
- The Great Resignation witnessed millions of employees resigning from their jobs.
- United States calling its troops back from Afghanistan after 20 years. This resulted in Taliban returning to power in Afghanistan.
- In December 2021, Russia becomes the fifth nation to surpass 10 million Covid-19 cases after USA, India, Brazil and The UK
- In December 2021, USA becomes the first country to surpass 50 million COVID-19 cases.
- Total deaths due to COVID-19 crossed 5 million in November 2021.
- Tokyo Olympics 2020 was successfully held between 23rd July to 8th August 2021.
- India made its highest medal tally in an Olympics with 7 medals. Neeraj Chopra winning Gold medal in Javelin throw.
- Air India was acquired by Tata Group in October 2021. In this historical deal, Government of India sold its 100% stake to Tata group.
- Record 100 Crores (1 Billion) vaccination was completed in India in October 2021.
- India’s first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), Gen Bipin Rawat passed away along with 12 others in a chopper crash in December 2021.
- Inauguration of Kashi Vishwanath Corridor (Phase I) in Varanasi in December 2021.
- Legendary actor Dilip Kumar died at the age of 98 in July 2021.
- Sunderlal Bahuguna, Indian Environmentalist, well known for Chipko Movement passed away in May 2021.
- Three farm bills were repealed by the Govt of India in Winter session of parliament.
- Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award renamed as Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award.
Mainly, 2021 will be remembered for the deadliest COVID-19 virus and the casualties it caused. The year was on the path of 2020. With some changes in the restrictions and offices being opened, travelling allowed, 2021 saw more relaxations in restrictions as compared to 2020.
As 2021 is coming to end, let us hope the coming year should be different from 2020 and 2021. Let us pray that 2022 should end on different note.
As the risk of third wave in India is not yet over, stay safe, take enough precautions and stay happy. Stay healthy…
–Ashish Kumar
Stay safe.
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Indeed. You too…
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Let’s hope a.d prey together, your blog cannot be more informative, loved it for that reason, 🌻🌻
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Yes, we can keep our hope intact. Thank you so much for reading and sharing your views…
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Here’s to a healthy and happy new year in 2022 🙂
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Thank you so much. Wishing you a wonderful year 2022 👍😊.
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Cheers!
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Thank God, COVID is not the only thing that happened this year. I had a very good year and I am looking positively into the next one. Stay safe, Ashish.
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Yes, Indeed. There were many incidents other than COVID. Good to know you had a wonderful year and let’s hope the coming year should be the same…
Thank you so much for reading and sharing your views. Happy New year 2022😊👍
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Yes, let’s focus on the good things and send out vibes that bring more good things. Have a lovely change of the year and a fantastic 2022, Ashish!
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Indeed, we should focus on good aspects… Thank you so much for your wishes and a very happy new year 2022 to you as well 🎉💯✌️
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Thank you and a very happy and blessed year to your and yours, dear Ashish 🍄
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Thank you so much for your wishes 😊🙏
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My pleasure, Ashish!
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2021 has been tough for all of us. Praying that the new year brings a new life to us 🙏🙏 Lets all be healthy and happy. Wishing you a happy new year ✨
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Indeed, 2021 was not much different from 2020… Let’s hope for better 2022… 🙂 Thank you so much for your wishes and wishing you a very happy 2022 as well… 🙂
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Same to you too!
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Thanks a lot 😊
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Happy new year
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Thank you so much and a very happy new year to you too… 🙂
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Although I wish to focus on the positives, the dire impact of COVID-19 in India cannot be overlooked… Stay safe, and I hope that we, as a country, can come out of this situation, only stronger.
Wishing you a healthy and fulfilling 2022! 🙏🏼
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Yes, the impact of COVID is not yet over and cannot be underestimated as of now due to the Omicron variant…
Thanks a lot for reading the post and sharing your insights. Wishing you a very happy and prosperous new year 2022… 🎉🎊
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Well encapsulated. I hope 2022 is eventful in a positive manner.
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Yes, that’s what we can hope. A very happy new year 2022 as well 👍😊
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Goodbye 2021.
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Happy New Year 2022 🎊🎉
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Very informative writeup…Happy New Year 2022🙂
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Wishing you a very happy and prosperous new year as well 🎉🎊
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Wonderful sharing and insights Ashish and happy New Year!❤️🙌🎈
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Thanks a lot for your wishes. Wishing you a very happy and prosperous new year with lots of happiness… 🙂
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You’re asi welcome! My pleasure! So happy for you!❤️thank you for your wishes as welll!
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The importance of life was re-understood and re-written – very truly said!! Very informative and thoughtful post.
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My pleasure _()_
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