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.

Kejriwal suggested the Prime Minister appoint Wangchuk as the Union Education Minister to replace Dharmnendra Pradhan; however, he expressed scepticism.