Marathwada Shikshan Prasarak Mandal’s

Deogiri Institute of Engineering and Management Studies,

Aurangabad

A Mini Project Report On

“Awareness about COVID-19 among the citizens

Aurangabad”
Submitted by

Rushikesh Madhukar Mokale

Roll No:- 712121

MBA I semester

Batch - 2021-2023

In partial fulfillment of the completion for MBA course of

Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University,

Aurangabad

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 Acknowledgement

I, Rushikesh M. Mokale thank to Dr. Rushina Khan. Her expertise

was valuable during each step of the project from narrowing the scope
of the research to theoretical development and analysis.

I also thank Prof. Rupesh Rebba (HOD) and Dr. Ulhas Shiurkar
(Director), Deogiri Institute of Engineering and Management Studies,
Aurangabad for encouraging and guiding me through mini-Project.

Rushikesh M. Mokale
Roll No. - 722121
MBA I semester
Batch 2021-2022

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 Certificate

This is to certify that, Rushikesh M. Mokale a student of

Deogiri Institute of Engineering & Management Studies, Aurangabad
Batch 2021-2023, has duly completed his Mini Project (MANB 452)
and has satisfactorily submitted the report in partial fulfilment of
Master of Business Administration course.

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 Declaration

I, Rushikesh M. Mokale hereby declare that I have completed

the Mini Project on Awareness about COVID-19 Among the
citizens Aurangabad and submitted the report for the same.

It has not been previously submitted for the basis of the award
of any degree or other similar titles of this or any other examining
body or university.

Place:-Aurangabad Name: - Rushikesh M. Mokale

Date: - Roll No. :- 722121

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 INDEX

Sr. No CONTENT PAGE NO.

1.1 INTRODUCTION 6
1.2 OBJECTIVES 7
1.3 SCOPE OF THE STUDY 8
1.4 LIMITATIONS OF THE 9
SUDY

2.1 RESEARCH 10
METHODOLOGY

2.2 STUDY DESIGN AND 11

SAMPLING

3 CHAPTER -3 12
3.1 THERITICAL 12-13
BACKGROUND

4.1 DATA ANALYSIS AND 14-25

INTERPETATION

4.2 FINDINGS & CONCLUSION 26

4.3 ANNEXURE 27

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CHAPTER 1

1.1 INTRODUCTION

A cluster of acute respiratory disease of unknown etiology emerged in

Wuhan, China during late December of 2019. On the 7th of January, isolation of
novel coronavirus (nCoV), which was later named coronavirus disease
(COVID-19) by the World Health Organization (WHO), was implicated as the
cause of the outbreak. Since then, cases of COVID-19 have been on the rise
over the entire globe

The symptoms of the COVID-19 infection are similar to that of other beta
coronaviruses. Symptoms include fever, cough, dyspnoea, weakness and
fatigue, headache and diarrhea.

The best way to deal with the highly infective virus is by mitigating the
spread of the virus. Several precautionary measurements are recommended to
control the COVID-19 spread. Such recommendations include frequent hand
washing, wearing a face mask, self-isolation and social distancing.

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1.2 Objectives

 Awareness about Covid-19 of corona virus

 Awareness about Covid-19 symptoms of corona virus

 Awareness about Covid-19 care to be taken to prevent COVID-19

 Awareness about Covid-19 importance of vaccination

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1.3 SCOPE OF THE STUDY

 This activity will help prevent corona virus infection.

 This study provides information on how to protect yourself from the

virus.

 The information thus gathered by conducting a systematic research would

help to find out about the same.

 This study mainly focused in Aurangabad District.

 The scope of the project is limited.

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1.4 LIMITATIONS OF THE STUDY

• The study is restricted to Aurangabad region only.

• The study is relevant only to the current situation not to future.
• The study may not be applicable over a period of time.
• Time was the major constraint.

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CHAPTER 2

2.1 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

The research methodology used to complete research work related to the

selected field, includes data collection and analysis from both secondary and
primary sources.

Data collection:

The collection data means a process of preparing and collecting the

required data through various sources. The purpose of collecting data is to
obtain information about the aspect of the study and also helpful to keep record
and solution n in helpful decision. There are two method of data collection.

Primary data:

Primary data means the data collected at first hand by the researcher. It is
primarily collected through direct contact with the peoples. As this project is
connected, the primary data is collected through questionnaire (Google form) by
interviewing the people.

Secondary data:

Any data which is collected earlier for some other purpose is called as
secondary data. Different websites are studied as a part of secondary data to
obtain desired.

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2.2 Study design and sampling :

Questionnaires were created, designed and disseminated using the

Google Forms platform. Participants were encouraged to fill out the form
and help share the questionnaire with their family members, friends and
relatives.

Sampling plan:

A small selection of large group which is taken for interviewing is

called sampling. Respondents from Aurangabad Have provided their
valuable feedback on 10 different questions related to awareness about
COVID-19. A simple percentage method is used to analyse the collected
data.

Sample size:

A sample size of twenty five (25) was taken in order to carry the
study.

Sampling unit:

Instrument of data collection is questionnaire with the help of

google forms.

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CHAPTER 3

3.1 THEORITICAL BACKGROUND

COVID-19 is the disease caused by a new coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2.

WHO first learned of this new virus on 31 December 2019, following a report
of a cluster of cases of ‘viral pneumonia’ in Wuhan, People’s Republic of
China.

The coronavirus has spread all over the world and its infection has been
detected in patients in India, Aurangabad, Maharashtra.

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 The symptoms of the COVID-19 infection are similar to that of other beta
coronaviruses. Symptoms include fever, cough, dyspnoea, weakness and
fatigue, headache and diarrhea. These symptoms appear after an incubation
period, which ranges from 0 to 24 days, with a median duration of 3 days. This
period mainly depends on the patient’s age and immune system status. Human
to human transmission is the most likely route of COVID-19 dissemination,
primarily via close contact or through droplets spreading by coughing . The use
of RNA-dependent RNA polymerase inhibitors (Remdesivir) and anti-
inflammatory agents (Dexamethasone) showed promising clinical results. A
recent review documented the efficacy of Remdesivir in shortening the recovery
periods of infected patients. Moreover, the highest reductions of death risk and
all-cause mortality were most prominently seen in patients with severe COVID-
19 infection.

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CHAPTER 4

4.1 DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION

On the basis of questionnaire, I have analysed the response of

peoples/owners where the questionnaire was filled up by the owner’s and I have
tried to put it in graphical form.

1. What are the symptoms of covid?

Most common symptoms:

 fever
 cough
 Tiredness
 loss of taste or smell

Less common symptoms:

 sore throat
 headache
 aches and pains
 Diarrhea
 a rash on skin, or discoloration of fingers or toes
red or irritated eyes

Serious symptoms:
 difficulty breathing or shortness of breath
 loss of speech or mobility, or confusion
chest pain

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Q- 1 What is the symptoms of covid-19?

Sr. No. Particular RESPONDENTS PERCENTAGE

1 Dry Cough 11 41.7%

2 Fever 5 16.7%

3 Shortness of breath 5 20.8%

4 Not Sure 4 20.8

Total 25 100%

INTERPRETATION

When asked about the symptoms of covid, respondents think that dry
cough 11 (41.7%) fever 5 (16.7%) shortness of breath 5 (20.8%).

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Seek immediate medical attention if you have serious symptoms. Always call
before visiting your doctor or health facility.

People with mild symptoms who are otherwise healthy should manage their
symptoms at home.

On average it takes 5–6 days from when someone is infected with the virus for
symptoms to show, however it can take up to 14 days.

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 2. Which of the following is spread by COVID-19?

Sr. No Particulars Respondents Percentage

Air droplets - -
1
Crowded places - -
2
Sneezes - -
3
Close Contact 1 4%
4
Not wearing a mask 1 4%
5
All of this 23 92%
6
Total 25 100%

INTERPRETATION

When asked how the covid spreads, 91. 7% (22) of respondents felt that
there were air droplets, crowded places, sneezing, close contact and not wearing
a mask.
• Crowded places;
• Close-contact settings, especially where people have conversations very near
each other;
• Confined and enclosed spaces with poor ventilation.

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3. Ways to prevent COVID-19 is wearing suitable facemask when
going to public places.

Sr. No Particular Respondents Percentage

1 Yes 23 95.8%

2 No - -

3 Not Sure 2 4.2%

Total 25 100%

INTERPRETATION
When asked why it is appropriate to wear a face mask when going to a
public place to prevent COVID-19, 23 (95.8%) respondents think that wearing a
face mask is appropriate. And 2 (4.2%) seems inappropriate.

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 4. Ways to prevent COVID -19 is by practicing social distancing.

Sr. No Particular Respondents Percentage

1. Yes 21 87.5%

No 3 8.3%
2.
Not Sure 1 4.2%
3.
Total 25 100%

INTERPRETATION

When asked to practice social distance to prevent covid-19, the response

was 21 (87.9%) yes. And the response to the remaining 4 (11.1%) is
indescribable.

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 5. What are the consequences of COVID-19?

Sr. No Particulars Respondents Percentage

1. Loss taste 3 12%
2. Muscle aches - -
3. Loss smell 1 4%
4. Vomiting 1 4%
5. Rashes - -
6. All the this 20 80%
Total 25 100%

INTERPRETATION
When asked what the effects of Covid-19 are, 20 (80%) respondents feel
all of the above symptoms and the remaining 3 (12%), 1 (4%), and 1 (4%)
respondents find results like loss taste, loss smell, vomiting etc.

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 6. Covid-19 can cause death?

Sr. No Particulars Respondents Percentage

1. Yes 11 44%

2. No 2 8%

3. Not Sure 12 48%

Total 25 100

When asked if death could be caused by covid-19, 12 (48%) respond that they
do not think so. 11 (44%) say yes. And only 2 (8%) say no.

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 7. What could be the cause of covid-19?

Sr. No Particulars Respondents Percentage

1. Animals 2 8%
2. Pangolins 1 4%
3. Bats 10 40%
4. Snake 0 0%
5. Not Know 12 48%
Total 25 100%

INTERPRETATION

When asked the cause for covid-19, 10 (40%) respondents think that there
may be bats, and also 12 (48%) respondents said no. 8% of people think of
animals.

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 8. You have completed 2 doses of your vaccination?

Sr. No Particulars Respondents Percentage

1. Yes 22 91.7%

2. No 3 8.3%

3. Not Sure - -

Total 25 100

INTERPRETATION

When asked if you have completed 2 doses of your vaccination, 22

(91.7%) respondents answered yes and the remaining 3 (8.1%) answered no.

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 In Aurangabad district till date there are 28,23,833 citizens who took the
first vaccinations dose completed, and 16,39,106 citizens who took the second
vaccination dose completed.
The total number of vaccinations is 44,94,135.

Saturday, 12.02.2022

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 8.2 FINDINGS & CONCLUSION

 Majority of respondents have completed 2 doses of vaccine.

 Social distancing is one of the ways to prevent covid-19
 Wearing facemask is more preventive.
 A major symptom of covid-19 is dry cough.
 Covid-19 is on the rise due to air droplets, crowded places,
sneeze, close contact and not wearing a face mask.

In summary, the degree of awareness portrayed by the studied

populations is mildly adequate, yet lacking in specific dimensions such as
transmission and treatment awareness. It seems that both populations exhibit
similar trends of attitudes and perceptions toward the COVID-19 pandemic,
hence their analogues cultures. Concerned authorities should allocate time and
resources into raising awareness through official platforms and extensive social
media campaigns, in an effort to help the populace overcome the challenges of
the emergent pandemic.

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4.3 ANNEXURE

The Original Survey

1- English

2- Gender

 Male - 17
 Female - 8

3- City of Residency

 Aurangabad - 25

4- Do you think you know enough about COVID-19 nature?

 No - 21
 Yes - 4
 Maybe - 0

5- What are the symptoms of covid-19?

 Dya cough - 11
 Fever - 4
 Shortness of breath - 5
 Not sure - 5

6- What could be the cause of covid-19?

 Animals - 2
 Pangolins - 1
 Bats - 10
 Snake – 0
 Not know - 12

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7- What is the most serious symptom of COVID-19 infection?

 Fever - 8
 Cough - 4
 Sneezing - 4
 Dyspnoea - 6
 Fatigue and weakness -
 Chest pain - 2
 Diarrheal - 0
 Headache - 0
 Sore throat - 1

8- What is the possible transmission route of COVID-19?

 Airborne - 4
 Droplets - 2
 Contact with contaminated surfaces - 6
 Contaminated foods and drinks - 3
 Pets - 4
 Handshaking and kissing - 6

9- Ways to prevent covid-19 is wearing suitable facemask when going to

public places.

 Yes - 22
 No - 1
 Not sure - 2

10- You have completed 2 doses of your vaccination?

 Yes - 22
 No - 3

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