Tragic Migration Story: Assam Natives Die in Goa Nightclub Fire While Seeking Employment Opportunities

Dec 09, 2025 02:45 am CST

Three men from Assam lost their lives in a devastating Goa nightclub fire that killed 25 people, highlighting the economic crisis forcing youth to migrate from tea garden regions due to lack of local employment opportunities. The tragedy reveals the harsh reality of Assam's struggling economy, particularly in tea-growing areas, where stagnant wages and poor living conditions are driving younger generations to seek work in distant states despite significant safety risks.