This Report examines the representation of women and other marginalised groups in the COVID-19 pandemic and lockdown by analysing print news coverage between March 2020 and September 2020.

The analysis reviewed a sample of twelve India-based mainstream newspapers published in seven languages. The Report provides a snapshot of the themes and topics where women and other marginalised groups were covered and/or ignored and elaborates on the specific nature and quality of media reportage in relation to gender issues and concerns. This report was commissioned by Population First in collaboration with UNFPA and prepared by the Network of Women in Media India based on data collected, monitored and analysed. The initiative was made possible through support from the Royal Norwegian Embassy in India.