Security reinforced in Siliguri Corridor: Ban imposed on Army-style uniforms to thwart potential threats

Security reinforced in Siliguri Corridor: Ban imposed on Army-style uniforms to thwart potential threats

In a proactive move to reinforce national security in the highly sensitive Siliguri Corridor—popularly known as the Chicken’s Neck—the police and administrative authorities have imposed a blanket ban on the sale, manufacture and rental of army-style uniforms across Darjeeling district, including Siliguri. The decision comes amid rising concerns that such clothing may be misused by miscreants to conduct attacks under the guise of armed forces per…