Thailand authorities deported Gaurav Luthra and Saurabh Luthra, co-owners of the nightclub in Goa where a tragic fire occurred on 6 December 2025, resulting in the deaths of 25 individuals. The deportation took place on 16 December 2025, amid an ongoing investigation into the incident, which has raised significant concerns regarding safety violations at the venue.
According to *The Hindu*, the brothers had fled to Thailand shortly after the fire, prompting an Interpol Blue Corner Notice against them.
The nightclub, named 'Birch by Romeo Lane', is located in Arpora, North Goa. Following the fire, which sparked widespread outrage, the management faced scrutiny for alleged lapses in safety protocols. The Luthra brothers were detained by Thai authorities in Phuket on 11 December 2025, following intervention from the Indian mission in Thailand.
Videos surfaced showing the brothers at Bangkok airport prior to their deportation.
Upon their return to India, the Luthra brothers were handed over to Indian authorities for further legal proceedings. They are expected to face charges of culpable homicide, among other allegations. Five managers and staff members of the nightclub have already been arrested in connection with the fire. The report noted that the investigation is ongoing, and the authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the fire.
The brothers have publicly denied any wrongdoing, asserting that they "never intended to evade" the law. They claim that they are being "erroneously portrayed" as villains in a broader tragedy. The BBC reported that their actions following the fire have led to their characterisation as international fugitives.
As the investigation unfolds, the focus remains on the nightclub's safety protocols and the responsibilities of its management. The Luthra brothers' return to India marks a significant step in the legal proceedings that will follow.
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