PM Modi expressed deep sorrow over the tragic fire in Arpora, Goa, calling it a “deeply saddening” incident, and extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. He announced that an ex-gratia of ₹2 lakh from the PMNRF will be given to each deceased’s next of kin, while the injured will receive ₹50,000, the PMO posted on X.