Goa Nightclub Fire Kills 25: 23 Suffocated After Cylinder Blast

• A cylinder explosion at the "Birch by Romeo Lane" nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, resulted in 25 fatalities.
• Most victims (23 out of 25) died from suffocation, primarily in the basement, rather than burns.
• Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant ordered an investigation, citing potential violations of fire safety standards.
• The incident occurred around 1 a.m. on a Saturday night, with most deceased being nightclub staff.
• Authorities are investigating the club's safety standards, gas connections, and exit plans, with the club sealed and owners questioned.

Why It Matters: 23 preventable deaths in Goa fire highlight critical safety and emergency response needs.