Update: Now it seems not only Lumia India but other regional twitter handles and even Lumia help will cease to exist on September 1. Microsoft has also shared a FAQ claiming that they are merging these accounts to main Lumia Twitter account and it is not part of recent restructuring. Read the full FAQ below,
Is this linked to the Microsoft restructure across the organisation?
Microsoft Lumia are simply merging their accounts so that everything can sit under one, unified, global page.
Microsoft is slowly moving away from Lumia brand and targeting to bring its Surface branded phones. You can read our Surface Phone coverage by clicking here. In a recent development Microsoft confirmed that they are planning to close the Lumia India Twitter handle and this was confirmed by its official twitter account.
https://twitter.com/LumiaIndia/status/767941942550245376
https://twitter.com/LumiaUS/status/768085431422300161
https://twitter.com/LumiaUK/status/767994805854932993
https://twitter.com/LumiaUS/status/760191956966268928
https://twitter.com/LumiaHelp/status/768009903260655616
Microsoft Lumia Social – FAQ:
Why are you closing this account?
This account is being merged with your local Windows or Microsoft account to help us become a part of the international, larger, Microsoft family.
What happens after closure?
Once we merge this account, you will still see Microsoft Lumia updates, however, the key change is that you will also receive general Microsoft/Windows updates.
Is this linked to the Microsoft restructure across the organisation?
Microsoft Lumia are simply merging their accounts so that everything can sit under one, unified, global page.
Who do I contact if I need local support?
If you need further assistance with your device please follow this link to get more help: http://microsoft.com/mobile/support
Why is my local Lumia page becoming a support channel?
We want to make sure you have answers to all of your Microsoft Lumia questions, therefore some channels will be staying open to answer these local requests.
What can I do if my local Lumia channel has been closed and is not merging with another?
For all of the latest Lumia news, please do follow our Global Lumia accounts on Facebook and Twitter.
