Goa: Police officials arrest the fifth suspect in nightclub fire case, at Anjuna Police Station, in Goa, Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2025. (PTI Photo)
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'Co-owner' Ajay Gupta brought to Goa for nightclub fire probe

  • Ajay Gupta, a claimed co-owner of 'Birch by Romeo Lane' nightclub, has been brought to Goa from Delhi for questioning regarding a fatal fire.
  • The nightclub fire on December 6 in North Goa resulted in 25 deaths, including 20 staff and 5 tourists.
  • Gupta was transported to Goa on a transit remand after being produced in a Delhi court.
  • Co-owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra fled to Phuket, Thailand, shortly after the fire, leading to an Interpol Blue Corner Notice.
  • Five managers and staff members have already been arrested in connection with the nightclub fire.

Why It Matters: This story highlights accountability for a deadly nightclub fire and owners' flight.

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