Goa Inferno: Mass Murder, Not Accident

• A nightclub fire in Arpora, North Goa, killed 25 people, which the author labels "mass murder" due to severe safety violations and regulatory failures.
• The Goa club, Birch by Romeo Lane, reportedly operated without mandatory fire safety clearances, had obstructed exits, no alarms/sprinklers, and poor ventilation.
• In contrast, a massive fire in Pune's Ramesh Dyeing building resulted in no casualties due to its nighttime occurrence, terrace ignition, and a rapid, coordinated firefighting response.
• The article highlights systemic failures in India's fire safety enforcement, citing historical tragedies and calling for urgent reforms, including moving "Fire Safety" to the Concurrent List.
• Owners of the Goa nightclub are accused of culpable homicide and negligent conduct, with an FIR filed, but reportedly fled the country.

Why It Matters: India's fire tragedies expose systemic negligence and regulatory failures.