A worker pulling a hand-cart laden with goods

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Ahead of May Day, a masked worker pulls a hand-cart laden with goods. May Day activities are marred by the pandemic. It seems there is no respite for these workers toiling daily. Pics by Samantha Perera

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Tima Saturday, 01 May 2021 11:23 AM

I am very amazed at how much strength it takes to carry such a large load! Guys, you are great!

idiotboy Saturday, 01 May 2021 02:52 PM

They never celebrate May day. But Our Celebrities enjoy May Day.

Ranjan Saturday, 01 May 2021 02:57 PM

I feel sorry for these people

Ahmed Dhasthakeer sufiismail Saturday, 01 May 2021 03:53 PM

Great.. all done to put some food on the table for their families, and to make a honest living. God bless them

Roshan John Saturday, 01 May 2021 05:35 PM

These guys deserve more respect than politicians.

Ramesh Saturday, 01 May 2021 07:26 PM

Though we have sky scrapers, carpet roads, massive constructions the living of these people never changed . These folks are the real comrades.

T.H.J. Pieters Saturday, 01 May 2021 07:34 PM

Perhaps these workers also deserve to earn a minimum hourly wage ..?

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