Goa

Panaji: The devastating fire at the “Birch by Romeo Lane” nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, has shaken the entire nation. The tragedy, which erupted in the early hours of Sunday, claimed 25 lives and left several others injured. A day after the incident, the nightclub’s owner Saurabh Luthra, who is currently absconding, has issued his first public statement. Luthra Expresses ‘Deep Sorrow’, Assures Cooperation In an online statement, Saurabh Luthra expressed profound grief over the loss of lives and extended heartfelt condolences to the affected families. He stated that the management stands firmly with the families of the deceased and the injured. Luthra said, “The management is deeply shocked and saddened by the tragic loss of life and property at Birch. In this hour of immeasurabl...

Panaji: A tragic fire at the popular northern Goa nightclub ‘Birch by Romeo Lane’ has left 25 people dead, sending shockwaves across the tourist hub just before the peak season. The fire, caused by electrically operated firecrackers hitting the wooden ceiling, also injured six others, five of whom are undergoing treatment at Goa Medical College. This incident marks one of the deadliest nightclub fires in Goa’s history. Owners Booked for Involuntary ManslaughterGoa Police have filed a case of involuntary manslaughter against club owners Saurabh Luthra and Gaurav Luthra. Chief Minister Pramod Sawant stated that arrest warrants have been issued and a team has been dispatched from Delhi to take the owners into custody. Four employees of the club have also been arrested, including Chief Gene...