URGENT: 23 Killed in Devastating Goa Nightclub Blaze.

Breaking News: 23 Killed in Goa Nightclub Blaze At least 23 people have been killed in a devastating fire at a nightclub in Arpora, North Goa, India, local officials confirm. The blaze occurred at midnight on Saturday, with the majority of victims believed to be staff at the club. Tourists are also among the dead. The fire is believed to have started after a gas cylinder exploded in the club's kitchen, causing the blaze to spread rapidly. Police have brought the fire under control, but the full extent of the damage is still being assessed. The incident occurred at Birch by Romeo Lane, a popular nightclub located in the heart of Baga, one of Goa's most popular beaches. Rescue services are still on the scene, with local authorities working to identify the victims and provide support to their families. Goa's Chief Minister Pramod Sawant has described the incident as a "very painful day" for the state. The Director General of Police, Shri Alok Kumar, has confirmed that the fire was mainly concentrated around the kitchen area on the ground floor. This is a developing story, with further updates expected as more information becomes available.