Siliguri, 26th March: The nation is under a lockdown to deal with the coronavirus outbreak. Despite appealing not to panic, people are being witnessed at the shops hoarding commodities.
The Gate Bazar Vyabsayi Samiti of Siliguri has taken an initiative to reduce congestion in front of shops. On Thursday, the committee announced that a person without a mouth mask will not be given goods and other items. To maintain social distancing, businessmen have made circles in front of their shops.
Food items will not be given to those without masks: Gate Bazar Vyabsayi Samiti

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