Many economists are suggesting to give cash handouts directly to people till the pandemic is over so that they can buy food and basic necessities with that money.
The pen can also overthrow governments by letting the public know the truth, which cannot be done using violence.
Nowadays, paid posts and comment trolls have become common things to influence minds and to instil fear in people that question government.
In general, with limited investment, developing countries give priority to the welfare of the citizens over providing world-class facilities for them. So, it's better to transfer that responsibility to private players to create a win-win situation for all.