A woman in Kolkata was arrested on March 28 for allegedly spreading fake news pertaning to spread of coronavirus.

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The accused 29 years old was put behind the bars for posting a fake social media post about a Beliaghata doctor being infected with COVID-19. On March 27, the Chief Minister during her press conference had raised this issue and instructed Kolkata Police Commissioner to investigate and take necessary action in the matter. Further details are awaited.