Several tourists among at least 23 killed in blaze at Goa nightclub

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by AFPDecember 7, 2025 at 04:29 AM

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A fire at a nightclub in Arpora, Goa, India, killed at least 23 people, including several tourists, around midnight. The fire, suspected to have been started by a cylinder blast, primarily affected kitchen workers, with some victims dying from burns and others from suffocation. Goa's chief minister has ordered an inquiry into the incident, promising strict action against those found negligent. The incident highlights the common issue of fires in India due to poor safety regulations and building practices. This tragedy follows other recent fatal fires in India, including incidents in Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Gujarat, raising concerns about safety standards in public venues.

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North Goa district 50% Arpora ×280% Pramod Sawant ×2100% Goa ×4100%

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Center-Left (-0.40)

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90%

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Goa

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