
During Bahujan Samaj Party president Mayawati's 70th birthday press conference at BSP headquarters in Lucknow, a short circuit caused smoke to fill the room, prompting panic among attendees. No injuries or damage were reported. BSP state president Vishwanath Pal attributed the incident to a fused bulb and burnt wiring. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav called it a security lapse and demanded a thorough investigation. Mayawati and others present remained safe throughout.
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