A crowded nightclub in North Goa turned into a fatal scene after midnight on Sunday when a massive fire broke out. The incident caused 25 fatalities and left six people injured, raising concerns about illegal activities and safety violations.

The police earlier in the day said that the fire was caused by a cylinder blast. A tourist who survived the tragedy claimed that fireworks were set off when dancers were performing, and it was the likely cause, PTI reported.

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Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant promised action against officials who permitted the club to operate despite safety violations, and an FIR was filed against the owners. A village official, however, stated that the structure was illega

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