People not dying of Covid-19 but lack of basic treatment: Srinivas B V

In the first wave, we supported, to the extent of dry rations and transportation. This time, we needed to help with medical emergencies, said IYC president Srinivas B V

Srinivas B V is the president of the Indian Youth Congress and in the news for being tagged by the High Commission of New Zealand in India as a resource to approach for help in fighting Covid-19 if all else failed. In this interview with Aditi Phadnis, the 39-year-old explains what the IYC is doing and why people are turning to him and other NGOs. Edited excerpts:
 
How did you join the Congress and become president of the Indian Youth Congress?
 
I belong to Karnataka, my hometown is in Shivamogga…
 
Same as the chief minister…
 
Yes.