The Luthra brothers — owners of the ‘Birch by Romeo Lane’ nightclub in Goa where a devastating fire claimed 25 lives last week — are expected to become India’s latest addition to Interpol’s watch list.

According to sources, the global policing organisation is likely to be approached for a Blue Corner Notice, which helps gather additional information about a suspect’s identity, location and activities during an ongoing criminal investigation. The brothers — Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra — reportedly left India for Thailand just three hours before the nightclub in Arpora caught fire during a weekend party.

Gaurav and Saurabh Luthra, owners of the Goa nightclub where 25 died in a fire, may face Interpol action as India prepares for extradition efforts.

The investigation has so far exposed several shocking safety lapses: extensive use of highly flammable decor, absence of fire extinguishers, and lack of proper emergency exits. Based on evidence found, Goa Police have filed charges of culpable homicide not amounting to murder.

As India prepares to pursue the Luthras’ extradition, the development has once again highlighted names of several other high-profile fugitives who remain abroad despite being wanted for major crimes.

Indians on Interpol / International Watch Lists

Dawood Ibrahim

• Allegations: Mastermind of the 1993 Mumbai serial bomb blasts; globally feared crime boss and head of the D-Company.
• Status: Believed to be living in Pakistan despite its denial.
• Interpol Notice: Red Corner Notice since 1983 — still active.
• Global standing: Listed as a worldwide terrorist by the UN and the US.

Nirav Modi

• Allegations: Accused of orchestrating the ₹11,000–₹13,000 crore PNB bank fraud using forged documents.
• Status: Arrested in London in 2019; continues to challenge extradition to India.
• Interpol Notice: Red Corner Notice issued in June 2018.

Mehul Choksi

• Allegations: Co-accused with Nirav Modi in the PNB fraud through shell companies and fraudulent guarantees.
• Status: Now in Belgium; extradition approved but delayed due to appeals.
• Interpol Status: Red Corner Notice issued in Dec 2018, withdrawn in 2022 on human rights grounds.

Vijay Mallya

• Allegations: Loan default of over ₹9,000 crore linked to Kingfisher Airlines; accused of financial fraud and money laundering.
• Status: Lives in the UK; extradition approved but not enforced due to legal hurdles.
• Interpol Status: No notice issued — Interpol rejected ED’s request on technical grounds.