Goa Club Fire News LIVE: Add CM, HM to FIR, Says AICC Incharge

Goa Nightclub Fire LIVE: A midnight fire at Birch by Romeo Lane in Arpora killed 25 people, including tourists and staff. Seven victims remain unidentified. CM Pramod Sawant ordered a magisterial inquiry and strict action.  

By Zee Media Bureau | Last Updated: Sunday, December 7, 2025 - 17:10
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Goa Nightclub Fire LIVE: A massive fire at Birch by Romeo Lane in Arpora’s busy Baga belt has sent shockwaves across Goa. Crowds gathered outside hospitals as officials worked to identify the victims, many of whom were late-shift staff.

On Sunday morning, police confirmed that 25 killed, including four tourists and 14 staff members, while seven bodies are yet to be identified as the process continues. Rescue and forensic teams have been examining the site as part of the investigation.

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has ordered a magisterial inquiry into the nightclub blaze and assured swift action against those found responsible.

The fire reportedly broke out around 12 a.m., trapping many inside, who died due to suffocation after failing to escape.

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7 December 2025, 17:06 PM

Goa Club Fire News LIVE: Tourism Minister Calls Tragedy 'Shocking'

Goa Club Fire News LIVE: Following the fire at a restaurant in North Goa’s Arpora, claiming 25 lives, Goa Tourism Minister Rohan Khaunte said, "The incident which happened here is very tragic...All such places should ensure proper compliances...I think doctors are doing a good job, putting things together and trying to ensure that they are taken care of. As we stand with the families of the victims, we are also ensuring that the Govt is doing its best to assist their families...These incidents should not happen in a place like Goa, especially with the way it has happened..."

 

7 December 2025, 16:03 PM

 Goa Club Fire LIVE: Add CM, HM To FIR, Says AICC Incharge 

Goa Club Fire News LIVE: A day after a devastating fire at a restaurant in North Goa’s Arpora claimed 25 lives, AICC incharge of Goa Manikrao Thakare launched a sharp attack on the state government, alleging complete failure of oversight. Thakare said the Chief Minister and Home Minister’s names should be added to the FIR, asserting that the Home Department failed to act despite several unauthorised clubs operating without security measures. “Who is responsible for this negligence?” he asked, demanding accountability.

7 December 2025, 15:27 PM

Goa Club Fire Live: Pyro Gun Sparked Cylinder Blast; Violations Hint at Possible ‘Setting’, Says Viriato Fernandes

Goa Club Fire News LIVE: Following the fire at a restaurant in North Goa’s Arpora, which claims 25 lives, Congress MP Capt. Viriato Fernandes Said, "...There is a pyro gun which was used which led to finally explosion of the gas cylinder and thuis tragedy. So, a whole lot of violations are there...The CM has himself said that no permissions were taken. We come to know that it was raised in the House in August, that raises more doubts - was there a setting? Could be. Otherwise, why was no action taken?...AICC incharge has said that there should be a judicial inquiry, I think everything has to come out."

7 December 2025, 14:57 PM

Goa Club Fire Live: AAP Leader Atishi Expresses Grief

AAP Goa in-charge Atishi on Sunday condoled the deaths of 25 in the Arpora nightclub fire, demanding accountability from the BJP government. She questioned how the club operated without permissions and licenses, alleging corruption and calling for senior officials’ suspension.

7 December 2025, 14:47 PM

Goa Club Fire Live: Governor Visits Nightclub Fire Victims, Reviews Safety Measures

Goa Governor P Ashok Gajapathi Raju on Sunday visited six victims of the nightclub fire at GMCH, expressed hope for their recovery, and said regulatory departments will be reviewed to prevent such incidents in the future.

 

 

7 December 2025, 14:24 PM

Goa Club Fire Live: State Govt Issues Emergency Helpline Numbers 

The Goa government has released emergency helpline numbers to assist families, tourists and residents following the Birch By Romeo Lane fire. The North Goa District Control Room can be reached at 0832-2225383, while the police control room is available on 7875756000.

Dedicated officials have been deployed across district and sub-divisional levels, including Bardez-I Officer Varsha S. Parab (8308014526) and Bardez-II Officer Vasant Dabholkar (7083234963).

In Tiswadi, Bhiku L. Gawas (9421151048) has been appointed as the main point of contact, while Mamlatdars Anant Rajaram Malik (9637779277) and Dattaprasad Toraskar (9923882807) have also been put on active duty.

7 December 2025, 14:13 PM

Goa Club Fire Live: Magisterial Probe Ordered; FIR Registered Against Club Owner And General Manager

 

Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Sunday said a magisterial inquiry has been ordered into the nightclub fire that killed 25 people. He added that an FIR has been registered against the club’s owner and general manager, who will be arrested.

7 December 2025, 14:07 PM

Goa Club Fire Live: President Murmu Reacts

President Droupadi Murmu expressed grief over the Arpora fire that killed 23 people, offered condolences to the bereaved families, and wished strength to them, while praying for the swift recovery of those injured in the incident.

"Deeply pained by the tragic fire incident in North Goa district, resulting in the loss of precious lives. My heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. May they find strength during this difficult time. I pray for the speedy recovery of those injured," President Murmu said in a post on X. 

 

 

 

7 December 2025, 13:54 PM

Goa Club Fire Live: PM Modi Reacts

"The fire mishap in Arpora, Goa is deeply saddening. My thoughts are with all those who have lost their loved ones. May the injured recover at the earliest. Spoke to Goa CM Dr. Pramod Sawant Ji about the situation. The State Government is providing all possible assistance to those affected," PM Modi said in Post on X.