There were no immediate reports of any loss of life or damage to property.
A third team to combat chemical or radiological leakage or attack incidents has also been based at the Indira Gandhi International Airport.
"The international community should get onboard so that the environmental balance is not destroyed," he said.
Railways Ministry spokesperson Anil Saxena said several people have been rushed to nearby hospitals with injuries, and the casualties may go up.
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