What caused the fire at the Birch club in Goa?

The exact cause of the fire is under investigation, but officials suspect it may have started from a gas cylinder blast.

How many people died in the Goa nightclub fire?

Tragically, at least 23 people lost their lives in the fire at the Birch club.

Where did the deadly fire in Goa occur?

The fire occurred at the Birch club in Arpora, located in the North Goa district of the Indian resort city of Goa.

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Goa Nightclub Inferno Claims 23 Lives

7 Dec, 2025

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Summary

A fire at the Birch club in Goa killed at least 23 people.
The incident occurred around midnight on Saturday in Arpora.
Officials suspect a gas cylinder blast may have started the fire.

Tragedy struck the popular Indian resort city of Goa when a fire erupted at the Birch nightclub in Arpora, claiming the lives of at least 23 individuals. The devastating blaze commenced around midnight on Saturday, with rescue efforts continuing into Sunday morning.

Most of the victims were discovered in the ground-floor kitchen area, suggesting they were club employees. While the exact cause remains under investigation, preliminary reports from police officials indicate a possible gas cylinder explosion. Several tourists were also among the fatalities.