A massive fire broke out at the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in North Goa, claiming the lives of 25 people. The incident triggered a large-scale investigation by the Goa Police and multiple enforcement agencies, bringing the owners and partners of the establishment under intense scrutiny. Now, several major developments are taking the news setup by storm. Take a look at the timeline.
1. Detention of Luthra brothers in Thailand
Soon after the tragedy, owners Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra fled India and travelled to Thailand.
According to information received through agencies, both brothers have now been detained in Thailand.
The official process to bring them back to India is currently underway.
2. Arrest of partner Ajay Gupta
Ajay Gupta, one of the partners of the establishment, was arrested in Delhi and brought to Goa last night.
He was produced before the Hon’ble Court today and has been remanded to 7 days’ Police Custody for further investigation.
3. Anticipatory bail rejected for Luthra brothers
The Rohini Court in Delhi has rejected the anticipatory bail plea filed by Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra.
Goa Police, through its legal team, strongly opposed the application.
4. Handing over of victims’ bodies
All 25 deceased victims have been identified, and their bodies have been handed over to their respective families.
