Overview
- Delhi Fire Service ordered immediate checks of restaurants, hotels and clubs, and the chief minister said third‑party audits and a single‑window licensing system will be introduced.
- North Goa district banned indoor fireworks and flame‑ or smoke‑producing effects at nightclubs, hotels and tourist venues following the blaze that killed 25 people.
- Haryana directed seven‑day fire safety audits of nightclubs, bars and pubs under state law and the National Building Code, warning of strict action for violations.
- Delhi’s MCD sought a ward‑wise list of all eateries and bars within five days and warned of penalties or shutdowns for outlets lacking licences or fire compliance.
- Goa police have arrested several club staff, and officials say the club’s owners were detained in Thailand as India coordinates with Thai authorities to secure their return.