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Banerjee, while addressing a press meet here, stressed that night curfew may not be a solution in Bengal, where “political pollution” needs to be checked first.
The CM, however, did not explain what exactly she was referring to as “political pollution”.
Listing out the steps taken by the state government to tackle the situation, such as an increase in the number of COVID beds in hospitals, she requested all offices to make do with a 50 percent workforce for now.
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Banerjee also urged the central government to ensure a smooth supply of vaccines and medicines.
“We have demanded more vaccines as there is a severe shortage. The Centre should ensure a smooth supply of vaccines, medicines, and oxygen cylinders,” she said.