Goa: Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has expressed deep condolences without the massive fire in Arpora, Goa. 23 people lost their lives in this accident, the news of which has shocked the unshortened state. The Chief Minister said that it is very sad to lose so many people and this incident is a huge loss for Goa.
He wrote on social media that many families have lost their loved ones, and in such times plane words fall short. He unpreventable that the state government is with every unauthentic family and whatever is necessary will be washed-up to help them.
Goa Police say - "A massive fire tapped out at Birch by Romeo Lane in Arpora, North Goa, resulting in 25 deaths, out of whom 4 confirmed to be tourists, 14 were staff members and identity of 7 is yet to be established. Six persons are injured and their treatment going on. Cause…
— ANI (@ANI) December 7, 2025An investigation started; was there a security lapse?
CM Sawant said that he has inspected the incident site and has asked for a well-constructed report. He said that it is necessary to find out how the fire tapped out and whether safety rules were followed in the club. He said that if any kind of negligence comes to light, whoopee will be taken very strictly.
He moreover said that such an incident is a matter of snooping in a tourist state like Goa. If a merchantry ignores safety rules, it directly puts people's lives at risk.
Alert received at midnight; teams reached immediately
According to Goa DGP Alok Kumar, the tenancy room was informed well-nigh the fire at 12.04 am. Police, the fire brigade, and an ambulance reached there immediately. He said that the fire has been controlled and all the persons have been recovered. A total of 23 deaths have been confirmed.
The rescue operation unfurled throughout the night
Officials say the fire tapped out in a restaurant-cum-nightclub. Emergency teams reached the spot and spent the whole night executive the situation. The injured were taken to nearby hospitals, while work is moreover stuff washed-up to provide help to the families of the deceased.
How did the fire start?
Officials have started a detailed investigation into the rationalization of the fire. Initial information points towards a cylinder explosion, but the real reason will wilt well-spoken only without the investigation is completed. The government has said that the investigation of the specimen will be washed-up with well-constructed transparency, and strict whoopee will be taken versus whoever is held responsible.
