- By Shubham Bajpai
- Sun, 07 Dec 2025 06:55 PM (IST)
- Source:JND
Goa Club Fire Fallout: In wake of the tragic fire at a night club in Goa, the Delhi Police announced on Sunday that patrolling will be intensified across major party zones, and that clubs, bars, restaurants as crowd surge is expected due to Christmas and New Year.
The Delhi Police have also instructed the event venues to review their fire safety compliance. According to the police, establishments in Delhi must ensure that fire extinguishers are functional, exits are unobstructed, and electrical loads are monitored.
The deadly blaze at a nightclub, Birch, in Goa that resulted in the deaths of 25 people on Saturday, lead to renewed scrutiny of fire preparedness in entertainment venues across the country.
The Delhi Police emphasised that nights with heavy crowds require strict adherence to emergency protocols.
Founder of Raasta and Yeti clubs in the capital, Joy Singh, said that his outlets are fully aligned with all rules issued by authorities.
"All our outlets are fully compliant, and we follow every norm issued by the authorities. Regarding the Goa incident, most clubs already adhere to all the rules here in Delhi. It is a heartbreaking incident. Every human life is important," Singh was quoted as saying by PTI.
"If someone is entering this space, I would strongly suggest they follow the rules. It is an ever-evolving world, and nothing is more important than our people who come to our clubs. We must be careful and follow all the norms laid down so that they have a good and safe evening," he said.
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National Restaurant Association of India treasurer Manpreet Singh said that venues hosting social gatherings need to treat fire-safety norms as non-negotiable.
"When you run a club, bar or restaurant, it is crucial that fire safety norms are followed. One of the most important factors is ensuring there are as many exits as possible so people can escape easily," he said.
He also noted that density of the crowd must always be monitored. "In restaurants, the seating arrangement controls the number of patrons, but in clubs and bars, people often stand. If too many people gather in one place, it can lead to a stampede-like situation during an evacuation or make escape extremely difficult. There should be no obstructions near the doors, and exits must always be kept clear," he said.
The Delhi Police further informed that they would strengthen checks across the festive period with the district authorities and fire officials to ensure compliance at high-density venues.
Another officer said that a robust security plan is in place for the upcoming festivals.
"We have already deployed additional PCRs, motorcycle riders and increased foot patrolling in the city. Additional force has been deployed outside nightclubs, and we will maintain strict vigilance to ensure that all regulations are followed," said the officer.