The new normal: How Sugu Pavithra and other Malaysians adapted and thrived with digital tools during Covid-19 pandemic

Pavithra regularly shares videos on food recipes like curry chicken, sambal dishes and dessert. — Screengrab from YouTube/Sugu Pavithra

At the start of the movement control order (MCO) period back in March, Nadhir Ashafiq recalled how strict social distancing measures affected his lorry-for-hire service.

“As our business was focused on helping clients move house, we suffered a downward trend. However, we can’t rest and just be passive,” Nadhir, the co-founder of The Lorry, said during a livestream session organised by Google Malaysia.