According to the World Health Organization, frequent and thorough handwashing is among the most effective measures in restricting the spread of the coronavirus because the primary routes of transmission are droplets and direct contact. Therefore, experts recommend authorities to facilitate the provision of adequate water, sanitation and hygiene among communities in order to prevent the transmission and contain the COVID-19 pandemic. However, a large number of people across the globe are facing acute shortage of water. Because of this, for many, living in water-stressed countries, handwashing is a luxury.