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Major Accident Update: 25 Dead in Club Fire; Management Held Responsible as Probe Intensifies

The horrifying visuals you are seeing are from the nightclub where a massive fire broke out, leading to a devastating tragedy. The incident claimed 25 lives, and early investigations have found the club’s management directly responsible for negligence and safety violations. According to officials, the establishment lacked proper emergency exits, functioning fire alarms, and adequate safety protocols, all of which contributed to the scale of the disaster. Our correspondent Ganesh Thakur reports that the investigation is now progressing through diplomatic and technical channels. Authorities have initiated coordination with multiple agencies, including the CBI, while Interpol has also been approached to assist in tracking individuals linked to the club’s ownership and operations who may have fled or attempted to avoid questioning. Documentation, communication records, and internal approvals related to the club’s functioning are being thoroughly examined. Officials state that the process will determine how the club operated despite repeated safety warnings and whether any regulatory lapses occurred at the administrative level. As the probe deepens, families of the victims are demanding strict punishment for those responsible and immediate reforms in fire safety norms. The administration has assured swift action and transparent investigation as the situation continues to unfold.

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