Archive · 16 Jan 2026
Goa Nightclub Fire Probe Reveals Violations Since 1999
A nightclub in Goa called 'Birch by Romeo Lane' had a big fire last month that sadly killed 25 people.
The government is now looking into the club's history and found out it has been operating under different names since 1999.
The chief minister said they will check all the rules the club broke over the years.
They are also checking other nightclubs and restaurants to make sure they follow the rules.
Some clubs were sealed because they didn't have the right permits.
The opposition leaders are asking for more details and want the government to be fair and not protect anyone, even if they are famous.
Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub operated under multiple names since 1999.
Goa government is conducting a probe into the club's violations since its establishment.
22 establishments were sealed for operating without necessary permits and NOCs.
534 complaints were received by the Coastal Zone Management Authority between 2021 and 2025, with 336 demolition orders issued.
Chief Minister Pramod Sawant assured no VIP protection will be given to violators.
- Who
- Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant, Opposition Leader Yuri Alemao, AAP MLA Venzy Viegas
- What
- Probe into violations by the nightclub 'Birch by Romeo Lane' since 1999
- When
- Ongoing, with a focus on events since 1999
- Where
- Goa, India, specifically Arpora village in North Goa
- Why
- To investigate violations and ensure compliance with regulations
- Nightclub Name
- Birch by Romeo Lane
- Location
- Arpora village, North Goa
- Fatalities
- 25
- Establishment Year
- 1999
- Inspections Conducted
- 86 (47 in North Goa, 39 in South Goa)
- Establishments Sealed
- 22 (17 in North Goa, 5 in South Goa)
- Complaints Received by CZMA
- 534 (2021-2025)
- Demolition Orders Issued
- 336