People lose friends over the years because of various reasons and that is only natural. While some are unavoidable, others just happen because people get busy with their lives and move on. In the last two years, the Covid-19 pandemic has not only tested our health but also relationships and friendships. 

We observed some relationships were kept by enduring fondness while some slipped away without an in-person anchor when communication was confined to texts, phone conversations, and the occasional celebration on Zoom. In fact, after the pandemic, there has been a change in how individuals view real connections.

According to Bumble`s research, 43 per cent of surveyed Indian adults said that Covid had a negative effect on their intimate ties. Comparatively, just 18 per cent of people reported good effects. The loss of adult friendships is profound, whether it is due to falling out or simply losing contact with friends. Indian citizens cite trust (62 per cent), regular communication, common values (48 per cent), and equal effort (42 per cent) as the three most crucial characteristics of a meaningful connection.