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Breaking: Goa Nightclub Inferno Kills 25, Major Probe Launched After Grave Safety Lapses

A late-night fire at a Goa nightclub turned into a devastating tragedy, claiming 25 lives and injuring several others. Initial reports suggest the blaze may have started due to a suspected gas cylinder explosion in the kitchen, leaving many staff members trapped with no time to escape. Tourists were also among the victims, with widespread suffocation caused by heavy smoke. Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has ordered a magisterial inquiry and issued arrest warrants against the club’s management for violating fire and building safety norms. Authorities will now conduct strict inspections across restaurants and clubs to identify those operating without proper safety compliance. The incident has raised serious concerns over negligence in Goa’s popular tourist hotspots.

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