Arpora: BJP MLA Michael Lobo has demanded an immediate safety audit of all clubs and nightlife venues across Goa in the wake of the devastating Arpora fire that killed 25 people late Saturday night. Describing the incident as deeply disturbing and preventable, Lobo said the tragedy exposed serious lapses in safety standards at such establishments.

“I am disturbed because of the incident. There are 23 casualties - three women and 20 men. Some are tourists, while most are locals who were working in the restaurant’s basement”, he said.

Lobo stressed that Goa’s reputation as a safe tourism hub is now under serious scrutiny. “Tourists have always considered Goa a very safe destination, but this incident is very disturbing. Such incidents should not happen in the future. The safety of tourist

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