Video shows Goa nightclub ceiling catching fire as dancer performs
What's the story
A devastating fire broke out at a nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, killing at least 25 people and injuring many others. The incident took place after Sunday midnight when many tourists were dancing inside the Birch By Romeo Lane club. A video from the scene shows a dancer performing to the song Mehbooba o Mehbooba from the film Sholay when flames suddenly erupted behind the console.
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#Goa के नाईट क्लब में लगी आग के पहले का एक वायरल वीडियों सामने आया..live dance performance के दौरान सीलिंग में अचानक आग लगी..हादसे में 25 लोगो की मौत हुई है..जबकि पुलिस ने क्लब दो मैनेजर को गिरफ्तार किया है..night club को सील किया गया..#GoaFire@DrPramodPSawant @TNNavbharat pic.twitter.com/li5O7knzee
— Atul singh (@atuljmd123) December 7, 2025
Official response
Goa CM visits site, orders inquiry into nightclub fire
The video shows a belly dancer performing on stage, accompanied by musicians playing live instruments. As she dances, some members of the audience point to the ceiling. The dancer then stops and turns her back to the audience in the middle of her performance as a few shards of glass from the nightclub's roof fall to the ground. Initially, some can be heard joking "aag laga di aapne," to the dancer before someone says, "Let's go," noticing the fire spread.
Possible cause
Cylinder explosion suspected as cause of nightclub fire
Witnesses described chaos as the fire spread rapidly, engulfing the ceiling and temporary palm leaf decor. Most victims were kitchen staff, with three to four tourists among the dead. Authorities suspect a cylinder explosion triggered the blaze. Goa Police chief Alok Kumar confirmed that 25 people died, including four tourists and 14 staff members. Six others are being treated for injuries.
Safety measures
Nightclubs in Goa to undergo fire safety audits
Following the incident, Calangute MLA Michael Lobo announced that all nightclubs in the area would be subject to fire safety audits from Monday. Notices will be issued to clubs lacking necessary permissions, with licenses of non-compliant establishments set for cancellation. The managers of the Goa nightclub have since been arrested.