Falta (West Bengal), June 17 -- : The West Bengal government on Wednesday announced that the duration of the ongoing Jan Kalyan Shivir (Public Welfare Camp) being held across the state would be extended till Thursday.

The camps, which began on Monday, were earlier scheduled to wrap up on Wednesday.

Making the announcement here in South 24 Parganas district. Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari said the overwhelming public response prompted his government to extend the duration of the camps.

"The camps have witnessed unprecedented crowds. Due to time constraints, camps could not be organised in every area, resulting in long queues. People have placed their trust and confidence in this government, and we want to ensure all eligible beneficiarie...