After Romeo Lane Fire Tragedy, North Goa Bans Fireworks In Nightclubs And Hotels

The Goa government has now banned firecrackers, fireworks, sparklers and pyrotechnics across all hotels, pubs, nightclubs and restaurants after the deadly fire tragedy. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to prevent anything similar from happening again. Here’s what we know so far.

Goa Fire Tragedy Sparks Statewide Ban On Firecrackers

The fire tragedy at Birch by Romeo Lane in Goa sent shockwaves across the country. The deadly incident killed 25 people and left many injured. The fire broke out due to electronic fireworks, something that is quite commonly used in many nightclubs. According to a report by India TV News, the state government on Wednesday announced a complete ban on not just electronic fireworks but all similar activities. The order states that firecrackers, electronic fireworks, sparklers and pyrotechnics are now banned in restaurants, hotels, nightclubs, pubs and clubs.

Apart from that, no fire-based games or fire-led performances will be allowed. The government has taken this decision to prevent such tragedies from happening again. Authorities are also conducting stricter fire-safety checks in nightclubs across Delhi-NCR, Bengaluru and Mumbai ahead of Christmas and New Year’s Eve.

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CM Orders Strict Fire Safety Checks

According to a report by India TV News, Goa’s Chief Minister Pramod Sawant recently chaired a high-level meeting where he addressed the tragedy. He confirmed that the government is taking every possible step to ensure incidents like the Birch fire do not happen again. He made it clear that all potential hotspots, including beach belts, waterfall zones and areas with high visitor footfall, will be closely monitored. Only businesses with proper licences and full cooperation will be allowed to function.

Any establishment found flouting rules will have its licence cancelled immediately. He instructed all tourism establishments, including hotels and clubs, to hire staff only after proper police verification.

Also Read: 25 Dead After Fire Erupts On Goa Nightclub Dance Floor; Criminal Case Registered As CM Orders Inquiry

The Goa fire tragedy has put nightclubs across India under a safety scanner. With Christmas and New Year’s Eve approaching, authorities are stepping up safety measures. 

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