Goa inferno: 'Island' club with narrow path leading to it made firefighting a challenge

A devastating fire at Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in Arpora, Goa, claimed 25 lives, exposing severe infrastructure flaws. Built on a salt pan with limited access and inadequate safety measures, the venue’s design, including a poorly ventilated basement and a single operational exit on the first floor, hampered rescue efforts. Investigations are underway into the club’s safety protocols.

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