Goa nightclub fire: 25 dead, magisterial inquiry ordered
A tragic fire broke out at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, leaving 25 people dead—including tourists and staff.
The incident has sparked major outrage, with police filing FIRs against the club owners and event organizers.
Local official Roshan Redkar was also brought in for questioning.
In response, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has announced a magisterial inquiry to get to the bottom of what went wrong.
What happens next?
The investigation will focus on whether safety rules were followed and how the club was allowed to operate under current conditions.
Early reports say the fire started on the first floor, where congestion and narrow exits hindered escape.
Meanwhile, opposition parties are blaming the government for negligence and calling for strict action.
CM Sawant says those injured are stable and has ordered a magisterial probe to determine the cause and accountability.