Mathematical Study based on SIR Model to Combat with COVID-19 in India using Partial Measures: A Mid-way Approach

Abstract

In this article, we propose a model (using a simple SIR model) for the analysis of the spread and control of COVID-19 pandemic in India after the subsequent lockdown(s) by taking into account the approach of partial measures, which, in fact, could be a mid-way approach between the two approaches of taking complete measures or no measures. Our supposition of partial measures (which put restrictions on the movements of some age groups) could be an effective protocol in controlling the spread of the coronavirus without hampering economic activities. The analysis has shown that there will be less number of infections after January 2021 by adopting partial measures. Overall, from the study, we have found some encouraging and significant results compared to the others in order to improve the economy of our country keeping the current pandemic in control.