New Delhi, Dec 16 (NationPress) Saurabh and Gaurav Luthra, the proprietors of the Birch by Romeo Lane nightclub in North Goa that suffered devastating fire damage, have arrived in Delhi following their deportation from Thailand on Tuesday.

The brothers are set to be taken into custody by the Goa Police right upon their arrival in the capital.

The Thai authorities detained the Luthra siblings based on an Interpol Blue Corner Notice requested by Indian law enforcement.

Once detained, they will be presented before a Delhi court to request a transit remand, after which they will be transported to Goa for further investigations related to the tragic fire incident at the nightclub.

As part of the ongoing investigation, the police are taking statements from officials in the Excise Department.

Investigators are also reviewing statements from members of the local panchayat, noting that several critical and concrete details have emerged during the inquiry, according to sources.

The magisterial inquiry committee established to investigate the incident has also interrogated Pradeep Ghadi Amonkar, the original owner of the land.

Sources reveal that over 100 individuals have been summoned to participate in the investigation, with statements from at least 20 people recorded thus far.

On December 11, a Delhi court denied the anticipatory bail requests made by the Luthras after considering the arguments from the Goa Police.

During the session, Goa Police attorney Abhinav Mukherjee argued against the brothers' claims of minimal involvement in the business, asserting that their international travel was premeditated.

The police presented various documents to the court, including a FSSAI application submitted by Saurabh Luthra, an application from the Pollution Control Board, and GST records indicating that both brothers and Ajay Gupta were partners in the establishment.

Furthermore, the police informed the court that the club's panchayat license had expired and was never renewed, indicating that the nightclub operated without the necessary permissions.

Evidence was also provided to demonstrate that the brothers did not have authorization to manage the venue.

The prosecution highlighted that the brothers booked their flight around 1:15 a.m., just after the fire occurred, and departed for Thailand at 5 a.m. on December 7, suggesting an attempt to flee from law enforcement.

The massive fire, which engulfed the club near the Arpora River backwaters, resulted in the tragic loss of 25 lives, including four tourists and 14 staff members.

According to police reports, the club featured a narrow entry and exit, which significantly contributed to many victims' inability to escape the blaze in a timely manner.

The fire broke out early on December 7 at the club located in the vibrant Baga area, known for attracting large crowds due to its proximity to one of Goa's most popular beaches.