Goa nightclub owners held in Thailand over deadly fire

BBC News - WorldCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete December 11, 2025 at 07:45 AM

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Two brothers, Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, owners of the Birch By Romeo Lane nightclub in Goa, India, have been detained in Phuket, Thailand, in connection with a deadly fire at their club that killed 25 people. The brothers fled India shortly after the fire, which investigators believe was triggered by fireworks set off inside the venue. Indian authorities sought Interpol's help to track them down after raiding their Delhi home. The brothers have stated they will cooperate with authorities and return to India to face the investigation. Six other individuals have already been arrested in connection with the incident, and more arrests are expected.

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nightclub fire 100% goa 90% arrest 80% thailand 70% extradition 60% negligence 50% tourism 40% fireworks 40%

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Goa

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