Goa Fire: Absconding Owner Breaks Silence Amid Arrests, Audit Ordered

• Saurabh Luthra, owner of the Goa club, broke his silence after a fire killed 25, offering assistance and condolences.
• Goa Police made a fifth arrest, manager Bharat, in connection with the nightclub fire tragedy.
• Licensing issues revealed missing documents, including a Pollution Control Board NOC and proper fire license, raising concerns about safety.
• Goa government ordered a fire safety audit for all similar clubs and entertainment venues across the state.
• The fire, caused by a gas cylinder explosion, trapped and suffocated 25 people, mostly staff, in the basement.

Why It Matters: This tragedy exposes lax safety, prompting a state-wide audit of entertainment venues.