Goa’s Chief Minister, Pramod Sawant, is dominating all the headlines after a horrific accident took place at an upscale nightclub named Birch by Romeo Lane. The late Saturday night turned into one of Goa’s darkest nights ever, after a massive fire broke out at the famous nightclub in North Goa. At least 25 people were killed, and dozens were injured, including locals, tourists, and the club staff. As soon as the news broke, it became an international topic of interest.
After 25 die in Birch nightclub fire, CM Pramod Sawant faces public outrage, orders inquiry, and state-wide nightclub safety audit
According to the preliminary government probe, the blaze began around 11:45 pm when some electric fireworks went off during a live performance. At first, there were rumours that a cylinder blast caused the accident, but later it was revealed that it was due to internal fireworks. Multiple factors, including narrow exits, wooden furniture, and inadequate fire safety compliance, prevented victims from escaping the nightclub. Talking about the staff, numerous victims were trapped inside the ground floor and basement kitchen, which led to suffocation under thick smoke.
