Preppers, those who prepare for calamities and disasters in advance always save money.
Bought masks and sanitizer way back in late Jan when they were 30% of the price.
With cases increasing daily, If quarantine continues for 2-3 weeks beyond March 30 which is looking likely leading to lockdown of major cities, there will be supply side shortage for most essential commodities including food items.
Super markets like Big bazaar will remain shutdown while local kirana stores will not just make a killing with prices going through the sky but will soon run out of their small inventories when panicking masses start hoarding more than they need, a natural human tendency for self preservation.
Medical system will get overwhelmed and it will not be possible to visit the doctor for every small sore throat and stomach upset.
Suggesting everyone to stock up NOW for at least 1-2 months of OTC medicines, common antibiotics, food grains, vegetable oil, pulses, soaps, detergents, sugar, salt, dry fruits, lasting vegetables like onion, potato, etc.
When shit hits the roof, it will be too late to respond..