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Mapusa Court Extends Luthra Brothers Police Custody Until December 29 After Birch Fire Deaths
India
Published on 24 April 2026
Third partner faces judicial custody over alleged forged licences
The Mapusa JMFC Court extended police custody of Birch by Romeo Lane co-owners Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra until December 29 following the deadly fire that killed 25 people. A third partner, Ajay Gupta, was moved to judicial custody as allegations include forged licences and repeated safety violations, keeping the case under heightened scrutiny.
- Court extended police custody for Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra
- Birch by Romeo Lane fire claimed 25 lives
- Ajay Gupta sent to judicial custody over licence and safety claims
- Case continues under judicial review till December 29
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