The present pandemic fueled by a highly infective strain of the Covid-19 virus is probably one of the worst pandemics in the history of India. Despite the fact that this wave only receded after killing and maiming thousands of people worldwide, particularly in western nations, India successfully navigated through the first wave with little or no scars. Other than human loss, this pandemic also jeopardized and collapsed the entire health system and economy, even in highly advanced countries of Europe and America. As the pandemic continues to wreak havoc in India, the government is making efforts to diminish sufferings and human casualty, though with limited success given the enormity of the challenge.