Amid the SMS Hospital fire, former Delhi University Students Union president Raunak Khatri was detained.:

News Topical, Digital Desk : Former Delhi University Students' Union President Raunak Khatri has been detained by Jaipur Police. This information was confirmed through his social media post. The post stated that Raunak Khatri was in Jaipur on a visit and, upon receiving information about the fire at SMS Hospital, arrived at the hospital. Upon arriving at the hospital, Jaipur Police detained him.

Fire breaks out at SMS Hospital, major incident

A fire broke out in the neuro-intensive care unit (NICU) ward of SMS Hospital in Jaipur late last night. Eight people have died so far. Nearly a dozen fire brigades responded to the scene to control the blaze, and it was brought under control late last night.

Reaction of leaders and officials who reached the hospital

Several local leaders also visited the hospital after the incident. This is when news of Raunak Khatri's detention emerged. Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma also arrived at the hospital late that night, and given the seriousness of the matter, a high-level committee was formed.

Leaders expressed grief and demanded an investigation

Senior leaders across the country, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, have expressed condolences over the tragedy. Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot also visited SMS Hospital and met with the families of the deceased and injured. He has demanded a judicial inquiry from the government.