The Luthra brothers arrested on arrival in Delhi, marked a major step in the investigation into the deadly Goa nightclub fire that killed 25 people. Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, owners of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in north Goa, landed in Delhi on Tuesday after Thai authorities deported them. Soon after they arrived at the airport, a Goa Police team took them into custody.
Earlier, the brothers had flown to Phuket, Thailand, just hours after the December 6 fire at their Arpora nightclub. In fact, investigators said they booked tickets while the fire was still spreading through the venue. As a result, police issued a lookout notice, and later, Interpol released a Blue Corner Notice to trace them.
Meanwhile, Indian authorities worked closely with Thai officials. They shared a detailed dossier that linked the brothers to serious safety lapses at the club. Following this, Thai police detained them at a hotel in Phuket. Because India and Thailand have an extradition treaty in force since 2015, officials completed the legal process smoothly and sent the brothers back to India.
At the Delhi airport, police formally arrested the duo and prepared to present them before the Patiala House Court. After this step, Goa Police plan to seek transit remand so they can take the brothers to Goa for further questioning. Officials believe their custody will help clarify how the fire broke out and who allowed unsafe practices at the venue.
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Key details of the case
| Point | Information |
|---|---|
| Accused | Gaurav Luthra, Saurabh Luthra |
| Incident date | December 6 |
| Location | Arpora, North Goa |
| Deaths reported | 25 people |
| Main charge | Fire safety violations |
| Current action | Court appearance in Delhi |
According to the police complaint, the nightclub hosted a fire show without proper safety measures. The venue allegedly lacked emergency exits and fire-fighting equipment. Because of these lapses, the blaze spread quickly, trapping guests and staff inside.
So far, Goa Police have arrested five managers and staff members linked to the club. In addition, the Bombay High Court has turned a related civil case into a public interest litigation. The court noted that authorities must fix responsibility for one of Goa’s worst nightlife tragedies in recent years.
As the investigation continues, officials expect more arrests and stricter checks on nightclub safety across the state. For now, the focus remains on questioning the owners, as the Luthra brothers arrested on arrival in Delhi face the next stage of legal proceedings.
