A lockdown would be imposed in West Bengal's Siliguri on September 7, 2020.

The West Bengal Government has imposed a strict lockdown on September 7, 11, and 12 all over the state.

The West Bengal Government has imposed a strict lockdown on September 7, 11, and 12 all over the state.The COVID-19 cases have been increasing day by day since the pandemic started. The West Bengal government has extended the ongoing general lockdown in the containment zones up to September 30. Statewide complete lockdown is scheduled on September 7, 11, and 12, with all government and private offices, public and private transport to remain closed. The COVID-19 pandemic has given rise to a lot of potentially dangerous misinformation. For reliable advice on COVID-19 including symptoms, prevention and available treatment, please refer to the World Health Organisation or your national healthcare authority.

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National Institute of Disaster Management

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Government of West Bengal

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World Health Organization

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