Mallick, also a popular actor, had taken oath as a member of parliament in the Rajya Sabha in April this year. Mallick wrote to Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan on Thursday, informing him of her decision to quit.

Many people suffered breathing difficulties and were rushed to hospitals, according to a report by News18. Teams of the Special Rescue Unit (SRU) reached the site and launched rescue efforts.

The Bar body said that while his movement had awakened the nation’s conscience, the country needed his continued leadership rather than risking his life.