Nearly a month and a half after the devastating plane crash in Ahmedabad, Air India on Saturday (Jul 26) said in a statement that it has disbursed interim compensation of Rs 25 lakh each to 166 families of the victims of the AI-171 crash to “help them meet their immediate financial needs.” It added that so far, the interim compensation has been released to the families of 147 of the 229 deceased passengers and the 19 who lost their lives at the site of the accident.&nbsp;“Over a month ago, Air India started releasing interim payment of Rs 25 lakh ($28,900) to the affected families, to help them meet their immediate financial needs. The interim payment will be adjusted against any final compensation,” the airline said in the statement. “Air India has, so far, released the interim compensation to the families of 147 of the 229 deceased passengers and also the 19 who lost their lives at the accident site.”&nbsp;Air India added that the requisite documents of 52 others have been verified, and interim compensation will be released to those families progressively. It added that ‘The AI-171 Memorial and Welfare Trust’ has been registered by the Tata Group. The Trust is dedicated to the victims of the crash.&nbsp;“The Trust has pledged an ex-gratia payment of Rs 1 crore in respect of each of the deceased, and support for rebuilding the B.J. Medical College Hostel infrastructure, which was damaged in the accident,” the statement read.&nbsp;The Trust will also provide aid and assistance for any trauma or distress suffered by the first responders, medical workers, social workers, disaster relief professionals, and government staff, who provided support and service in the aftermath of the tragic incident.&nbsp;On June 12, a London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, killing 260 people. While 241 passengers died, leaving one survivor onboard, 19 others were killed on the ground.

Air India has released interim compensation to 166 families of the victims who died in the June 12 plane crash in Ahmedabad.

Nearly a month and a half after the devastating plane crash in Ahmedabad, Air India on Saturday (Jul 26) said in a statement that it has disbursed interim compensation of Rs 25 lakh each to 166 families of the victims of the AI-171 crash to “help them meet their immediate financial needs.” It added that so far, the interim compensation has been released to the families of 147 of the 229 deceased passengers and the 19 who lost their lives at the site of the accident. “Over a month ago, Air India started releasing interim payment of Rs 25 lakh ($28,900) to the affected families, to help them meet their immediate financial needs. The interim payment will be adjusted against any final compensation,” the airline said in the statement. “Air India has, so far, released the interim compensation to the families of 147 of the 229 deceased passengers and also the 19 who lost their lives at the accident site.” Air India added that the requisite documents of 52 others have been verified, and interim compensation will be released to those families progressively. It added that ‘The AI-171 Memorial and Welfare Trust’ has been registered by the Tata Group. The Trust is dedicated to the victims of the crash. “The Trust has pledged an ex-gratia payment of Rs 1 crore in respect of each of the deceased, and support for rebuilding the B.J. Medical College Hostel infrastructure, which was damaged in the accident,” the statement read. The Trust will also provide aid and assistance for any trauma or distress suffered by the first responders, medical workers, social workers, disaster relief professionals, and government staff, who provided support and service in the aftermath of the tragic incident. On June 12, a London-bound Air India plane carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed minutes after taking off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, killing 260 people. While 241 passengers died, leaving one survivor onboard, 19 others were killed on the ground.

Air India has released interim compensation to 166 families of the victims who died in the June 12 plane crash in Ahmedabad.

Ahmedabad plane crash: Air India releases interim compensation to 166 families

Distraught families of Air India AI-171 crash victims, in some cases, were sent the wrong remains, suggest reports. The shocking news has come from the United Kingdom, where families of the plane crash victims have reported receiving the mortal remains of unknown passengers instead of their loved ones. As per reports, relatives of one victim were forced to abandon their funeral plans after being informed that the coffin contained the body of an unknown passenger. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to address the issue with his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, during his state visit to the UK next week.<h2>Commingled remains</h2>As per a Mirror UK report, the family of one victim discovered that the coffin contained the body of an unknown passenger and not their family member. In another case, the “commingled” remains of more than one person were mistakenly placed in the same casket. The remains had to be sorted before the last rites could be undertaken last weekend.Reports suggest that 52 of the 261 passengers on the Air India AI-171 flight from Ahmedabad to London, which crashed on 12 June 2025, were British citizens. Of these, already two instances of mistaken remains have come to light. Families of the victims have been taken aback by the alarming reports of mistaken identity and have been left fearful that they too could face such errors.<h2>How was the error identified?</h2>This error came to light when Dr Fiona Wilcox, an Inner West London coroner, sought to match the DNA of the victim with the samples provided by their families.Speaking to the press, aviation lawyer James Healy-Pratt said that families of the victims were left "distraught" over the mistake. He said that “I've been sitting down in the homes of these lovely British families over the last month, and the first thing they want is their loved ones back... But some of them have got the wrong remains, and they are clearly distraught over this. It has been going on for a couple of weeks, and I think these families deserve an explanation.”&nbsp;

Reports suggest that the family of one victim discovered that the coffin contained the body of an unknown passenger and not their family member. In another case, the “commingled” remains of more than one person were mistakenly placed in the same casket. 

Distraught families of Air India AI-171 crash victims, in some cases, were sent the wrong remains, suggest reports. The shocking news has come from the United Kingdom, where families of the plane crash victims have reported receiving the mortal remains of unknown passengers instead of their loved ones. As per reports, relatives of one victim were forced to abandon their funeral plans after being informed that the coffin contained the body of an unknown passenger. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is expected to address the issue with his Indian counterpart, Narendra Modi, during his state visit to the UK next week. Commingled remains As per a Mirror UK report, the family of one victim discovered that the coffin contained the body of an unknown passenger and not their family member. In another case, the “commingled” remains of more than one person were mistakenly placed in the same casket. The remains had to be sorted before the last rites could be undertaken last weekend. Reports suggest that 52 of the 261 passengers on the Air India AI-171 flight from Ahmedabad to London, which crashed on 12 June 2025, were British citizens. Of these, already two instances of mistaken remains have come to light. Families of the victims have been taken aback by the alarming reports of mistaken identity and have been left fearful that they too could face such errors. How was the error identified? This error came to light when Dr Fiona Wilcox, an Inner West London coroner, sought to match the DNA of the victim with the samples provided by their families. Speaking to the press, aviation lawyer James Healy-Pratt said that families of the victims were left "distraught" over the mistake. He said that “I've been sitting down in the homes of these lovely British families over the last month, and the first thing they want is their loved ones back... But some of them have got the wrong remains, and they are clearly distraught over this. It has been going on for a couple of weeks, and I think these families deserve an explanation.”

Reports suggest that the family of one victim discovered that the coffin contained the body of an unknown passenger and not their family member. In another case, the “commingled” remains of more than one person were mistakenly placed in the same casket.&nbsp;

Air India AI-171 crash: Wrong bodies sent to grieving families, DNA tests reveal shocking error

A nearly untouched copy of the Bhagavad Gita was found in the wreckage of the Air India Flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad. The incident which occurred on Thursday, shortly after the plane took off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, has claimed the lives of at least 265 individuals, including 241 passengers and crew members, and other &nbsp;people on ground.&nbsp;The aircraft, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, was en route to London Gatwick when it crashed into a hostel building near Ahmedabad's BJ Medical College. The impact and the subsequent fire destroyed most of the aircraft and the air was engulfed by a thick dark smoke cloud.&nbsp;However, &nbsp;even though the fire was highly intense, a copy of the Bhagavad Gita was recovered from the wreckage with all of its internal pages almost intact. While the outer cover of the book bore signs of heat exposure, the text inside was undamaged, with even the pictures visible. A video shared on social media shows a man flipping through the untouched pages of the holy book. The video has since then, gone viral, drawing widespread public interest.&nbsp;Air India reported that the passengers who died included 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, seven Portuguese citizen, one Canadian, and 12 crew members. Among the deceased was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. The only known survivor of the tragedy is a passenger identified as Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, who escaped with minor injuries. He was seated in seat 11A. The recovery of the Gita has been noted as a striking detail amid ongoing investigations. While some see it as symbolic, officials have made no religious interpretation. The black box has been located from the site, and efforts are ongoing to analyse data that could help determine the cause of the crash.&nbsp;The discovery of the Bhagavad Gita has become a widely discussed aspect of the tragedy, standing out amid a scene otherwise marked by destruction and loss. It has sparked a debate online with many viewing it as a ‘powerful symbol of spiritual resilience’ while others questioning the existence of god.&nbsp; &nbsp;

A nearly untouched copy of the Bhagavad Gita has been found in the wreckage of the Air India Flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad. 

A nearly untouched copy of the Bhagavad Gita was found in the wreckage of the Air India Flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad. The incident which occurred on Thursday, shortly after the plane took off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, has claimed the lives of at least 265 individuals, including 241 passengers and crew members, and other people on ground. The aircraft, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, was en route to London Gatwick when it crashed into a hostel building near Ahmedabad's BJ Medical College. The impact and the subsequent fire destroyed most of the aircraft and the air was engulfed by a thick dark smoke cloud. However, even though the fire was highly intense, a copy of the Bhagavad Gita was recovered from the wreckage with all of its internal pages almost intact. While the outer cover of the book bore signs of heat exposure, the text inside was undamaged, with even the pictures visible. A video shared on social media shows a man flipping through the untouched pages of the holy book. The video has since then, gone viral, drawing widespread public interest. Air India reported that the passengers who died included 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, seven Portuguese citizen, one Canadian, and 12 crew members. Among the deceased was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. The only known survivor of the tragedy is a passenger identified as Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, who escaped with minor injuries. He was seated in seat 11A. The recovery of the Gita has been noted as a striking detail amid ongoing investigations. While some see it as symbolic, officials have made no religious interpretation. The black box has been located from the site, and efforts are ongoing to analyse data that could help determine the cause of the crash. The discovery of the Bhagavad Gita has become a widely discussed aspect of the tragedy, standing out amid a scene otherwise marked by destruction and loss. It has sparked a debate online with many viewing it as a ‘powerful symbol of spiritual resilience’ while others questioning the existence of god.

A nearly untouched copy of the Bhagavad Gita has been found in the wreckage of the Air India Flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad.&nbsp;

Ahmedabad plane crash: Unburned copy of Bhagavad Gita found in wreckage of Air India AI-171

In the wake of the deadly plane crash in India’s Ahmedabad on Thursday (Jun 12), Air India has turned its official website black as a sign of mourning. Tata Group, which owns the airlines, has also turned its website to a black colour theme. Earlier, the airlines changed its profile picture on its social media handles to black.&nbsp;Air India’s flight AI171, which was travelling from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, met with a tragic accident after it crashed shortly after taking off near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel airport. The plane had 242 people on board, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, seven Portuguese nationals and one Canadian national.&nbsp;Air India confirmed 241 fatalities and one sole survivor, who is being treated in a hospital.“We regret to inform that, of the 242 aboard, there are 241 confirmed fatalities. The sole survivor is being treated in a hospital,” Air India said in a statement on early Friday (Jun 13).&nbsp;In a post on X, the airlines wrote, “Air India confirms that flight AI171, operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick on 12 June 2025, was involved in an accident. The 12-year-old Boeing 787-8 aircraft departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew. The aircraft crashed shortly after take-off."&nbsp;Air India also expressed “its deepest condolences to the families of the deceased,” adding that their efforts are now focused entirely on the “needs of all those affected, their families and loved ones.”&nbsp;The statement added, “A team of caregivers from Air India is now in Ahmedabad to provide additional support. Air India is giving its full cooperation to the authorities investigating this incident. Air India has also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information. Those calling from outside India can call on +91 8062779200."Hours earlier, Air India CEO Campbell Wilson expressed deep sorrow and support to the victims and their families.&nbsp;“This is a difficult day for all of us at Air India, and our efforts now are focused entirely on the needs of our passengers, crew members, their families and loved ones,” he said.

Tata Group, which owns the airlines, has also turned its website to a black colour theme. Earlier, the airlines changed its profile picture on its social media handles to black.

In the wake of the deadly plane crash in India’s Ahmedabad on Thursday (Jun 12), Air India has turned its official website black as a sign of mourning. Tata Group, which owns the airlines, has also turned its website to a black colour theme. Earlier, the airlines changed its profile picture on its social media handles to black. Air India’s flight AI171, which was travelling from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, met with a tragic accident after it crashed shortly after taking off near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel airport. The plane had 242 people on board, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, seven Portuguese nationals and one Canadian national. Air India confirmed 241 fatalities and one sole survivor, who is being treated in a hospital. “We regret to inform that, of the 242 aboard, there are 241 confirmed fatalities. The sole survivor is being treated in a hospital,” Air India said in a statement on early Friday (Jun 13). In a post on X, the airlines wrote, “Air India confirms that flight AI171, operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick on 12 June 2025, was involved in an accident. The 12-year-old Boeing 787-8 aircraft departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, carrying 230 passengers and 12 crew. The aircraft crashed shortly after take-off." Air India also expressed “its deepest condolences to the families of the deceased,” adding that their efforts are now focused entirely on the “needs of all those affected, their families and loved ones.” The statement added, “A team of caregivers from Air India is now in Ahmedabad to provide additional support. Air India is giving its full cooperation to the authorities investigating this incident. Air India has also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information. Those calling from outside India can call on +91 8062779200." Hours earlier, Air India CEO Campbell Wilson expressed deep sorrow and support to the victims and their families. “This is a difficult day for all of us at Air India, and our efforts now are focused entirely on the needs of our passengers, crew members, their families and loved ones,” he said.

Tata Group, which owns the airlines, has also turned its website to a black colour theme. Earlier, the airlines changed its profile picture on its social media handles to black.

Air India, Tata Group websites turn black after deadly Ahmedabad plane crash

An Air India aircraft with 242 people onboard crashed in the Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Thursday (June 12). The incident took place in Meghani area near the Ahmedabad airport, five minutes after take-off. The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST.&nbsp;Among those feared dead is cabin crew Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma from Manipur.&nbsp;&nbsp;Nganthoi Sharma Kongbrailatpam's cousin sister, Khenjita Kongrailatpam in an interview to the media said, “We are devastated but we don't have any confirmation. So, we are hoping that she is well and alive. We tried to reach Air India and even the Trauma Casualty of the hospital. But they are saying that they will release the patient and survivor list after 11 pm. So, we don't have any update or confirmation right now...She had joined around April 2023...She was very young when she joined. I think she is just 21 right now.”&nbsp;Meanwhile, former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh in a post on X said, “It is heartbreaking to share that two young cabin crew members from Manipur, Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma and Lamnunthem Singson, were among those who lost their lives in today’s Air India crash in Ahmedabad. Both were full of life, serving with dedication and pride. Their sudden passing is a huge loss for their families, friends, and for all of us back home. May their souls rest in peace and may their loved ones find the strength to get through this unimaginable pain.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">It is heartbreaking to share that two young cabin crew members from Manipur, Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma and Lamnunthem Singson, were among those who lost their lives in today’s Air India crash in Ahmedabad. Both were full of life, serving with dedication and pride. Their… <a href="https://t.co/j6QIslighu">pic.twitter.com/j6QIslighu</a>&mdash; N. Biren Singh (@NBirenSingh) <a href="https://twitter.com/NBirenSingh/status/1933208311895372132?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

Nganthoi Sharma Kongbrailatpam's father, Kongrailatpam Nandesh Kumar Sharma said, “I found out through news on mobile around 2.35 pm today. We have not received any information from Air India till now. I still have hopes (for her to be alive)...She is my middle child...”

Ahmedabad plane crash We are devastated but we dont have any confirmation says cousin of Air India flight cabin crew

An Air India aircraft with 242 people onboard crashed in the Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Thursday (June 12). The incident took place in Meghani area near the Ahmedabad airport, five minutes after take-off. The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST. Among those feared dead is cabin crew Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma from Manipur. Nganthoi Sharma Kongbrailatpam's cousin sister, Khenjita Kongrailatpam in an interview to the media said, “We are devastated but we don't have any confirmation. So, we are hoping that she is well and alive. We tried to reach Air India and even the Trauma Casualty of the hospital. But they are saying that they will release the patient and survivor list after 11 pm. So, we don't have any update or confirmation right now...She had joined around April 2023...She was very young when she joined. I think she is just 21 right now.” Meanwhile, former Manipur chief minister N Biren Singh in a post on X said, “It is heartbreaking to share that two young cabin crew members from Manipur, Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma and Lamnunthem Singson, were among those who lost their lives in today’s Air India crash in Ahmedabad. Both were full of life, serving with dedication and pride. Their sudden passing is a huge loss for their families, friends, and for all of us back home. May their souls rest in peace and may their loved ones find the strength to get through this unimaginable pain.”

Union Home Minister Amit Shah said casualties of Ahmedabad plane crash will be confirmed after DNA tests

Ahmedabad plane crash: 'We are devastated but we don't have any confirmation', says cousin of Air India flight cabin crew

Wall Street stocks dipped early on Thursday (June 12) after fresh trade war rhetoric from the President Donald Trump, while Boeing shares tumbled following a brutal Air India crash on a 787 jet.&nbsp;Just hours after Trump reached a new detente with China on trade tensions, the president threatened to "send letters out" with an ultimatum to other trading partners.&nbsp;Meanwhile, Boeing shares shed about five percent after a London-bound 787 Dreamliner crashed in western India, likely killing all 242 people on board.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/-that-was-my-wife-says-husband-of-canadian-dentist-mother-of-one-year-old-killed-in-ahmedabad-plane-crash-1749749683922">'That was my wife', says husband of Canadian dentist, mother of one-year-old killed in Ahmedabad plane crash</a>&nbsp;About 25 minutes into trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.4 percent at 42,705.52.&nbsp;The broad-based S&amp;P 500 slipped 0.1 percent to 6,018.24, while the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite Index also declined 0.1 percent to 19,595.85.&nbsp;Data showed that wholesale prices rose 0.1 percent last month, a modest uptick as analysts continue to caution that Trump's tariffs could lift inflation in the coming months.&nbsp;Among other stocks, Oracle surged 12.1 percent following an upbeat earnings report. The software giant scored eight percent revenue growth in the last year but predicted the coming year would be “even better.”&nbsp;Boeing said it was in contact with Air India and stands ready to support them. The aviation giant has been attempting to rebound from a series of setbacks following a labor strike last year in the United States and fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019 of the 737 MAX. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

Boeing share price nosedives 5% after Air India flight crashes in Ahmedabad

Wall Street stocks dipped early on Thursday (June 12) after fresh trade war rhetoric from the President Donald Trump, while Boeing shares tumbled following a brutal Air India crash on a 787 jet. Just hours after Trump reached a new detente with China on trade tensions, the president threatened to "send letters out" with an ultimatum to other trading partners. Meanwhile, Boeing shares shed about five percent after a London-bound 787 Dreamliner crashed in western India, likely killing all 242 people on board. Also Read: 'That was my wife', says husband of Canadian dentist, mother of one-year-old killed in Ahmedabad plane crash About 25 minutes into trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.4 percent at 42,705.52. The broad-based S&P 500 slipped 0.1 percent to 6,018.24, while the tech-rich Nasdaq Composite Index also declined 0.1 percent to 19,595.85. Data showed that wholesale prices rose 0.1 percent last month, a modest uptick as analysts continue to caution that Trump's tariffs could lift inflation in the coming months. Among other stocks, Oracle surged 12.1 percent following an upbeat earnings report. The software giant scored eight percent revenue growth in the last year but predicted the coming year would be “even better.” Boeing said it was in contact with Air India and stands ready to support them. The aviation giant has been attempting to rebound from a series of setbacks following a labor strike last year in the United States and fatal crashes in 2018 and 2019 of the 737 MAX. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

About 25 minutes into trading, the Dow Jones Industrial Average was down 0.4 percent at 42,705.52

An Air India aircraft with 242 people onboard crashed in the Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Thursday (June 12). The incident took place in Meghani area near the Ahmedabad airport, five minutes after take-off. The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST. The plane was boarded by 242 people, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, one Canadian national and seven Portuguese nationals. The Canadian passenger has been identified as Nirali Sureshkumar Patel.&nbsp;The family of Nirali Sureshkumar Patel said she was among the 242 passengers. Her dental clinic in Mississauga, Ontario, referred Canadian Press to the husband, who said that he was in the process of booking travel to India for himself and their baby.&nbsp;“That was my wife,” he said. “I am not in a state to speak right now.” He declined to provide his full name.&nbsp;Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was “devastated” to learn of the crash and was receiving regular updates on the situation, confirming one Canadian was on the flight.&nbsp;In a post on X he said, “Devastated to learn of the crash of a London-bound Air India plane in Ahmedabad, carrying 242 passengers — including one Canadian. My thoughts are with the loved ones of everyone on board. &nbsp; Canada’s transportation officials are in close contact with counterparts and I am receiving regular updates as the response to this tragedy unfolds.”&nbsp;In a post on X.com, Air India confirmed the crash. “The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals,” it said. “The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals. We have also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information,” it added.&nbsp;According to the officials, the plane was being flown by Captain Sumeet Sabharwal with First Officer Clive Kundar as his deputy. Captain Sumeet Sabharwal was a Line Training Captain.

That was my wife says husband of Canadian dentist mother of one year old killed in Ahmedabad plane crash

An Air India aircraft with 242 people onboard crashed in the Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Thursday (June 12). The incident took place in Meghani area near the Ahmedabad airport, five minutes after take-off. The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST. The plane was boarded by 242 people, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, one Canadian national and seven Portuguese nationals. The Canadian passenger has been identified as Nirali Sureshkumar Patel. The family of Nirali Sureshkumar Patel said she was among the 242 passengers. Her dental clinic in Mississauga, Ontario, referred Canadian Press to the husband, who said that he was in the process of booking travel to India for himself and their baby. “That was my wife,” he said. “I am not in a state to speak right now.” He declined to provide his full name. Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he was “devastated” to learn of the crash and was receiving regular updates on the situation, confirming one Canadian was on the flight. In a post on X he said, “Devastated to learn of the crash of a London-bound Air India plane in Ahmedabad, carrying 242 passengers — including one Canadian. My thoughts are with the loved ones of everyone on board. Canada’s transportation officials are in close contact with counterparts and I am receiving regular updates as the response to this tragedy unfolds.” In a post on X.com, Air India confirmed the crash. “The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals,” it said. “The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals. We have also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information,” it added. According to the officials, the plane was being flown by Captain Sumeet Sabharwal with First Officer Clive Kundar as his deputy. Captain Sumeet Sabharwal was a Line Training Captain.

The CCTV footage shows the Air India plane taking off from the runway, struggling to attain altitude, and coming down till it crashes, and a huge fireball appears, signalling a disaster

'That was my wife', says husband of Canadian dentist, mother of one-year-old killed in Ahmedabad plane crash

The Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday (June 12) brought heartbreak to Rajasthan after taking the lives of a whole family from Banswara who were traveling to begin a new life in London.&nbsp;Pratik Joshi had spent the last six years in London. A software professional himself, Joshi had always dreamed of making a future outside India for his three small children and wife. That dream was finally taking shape this week, but fate had some other plans.&nbsp;Onboard the ill-fated flight with Pratik was his wife, Dr Komi Vyas, a medical professional who had tendered her resignation just two days earlier to prepare for their permanent move. Their three children, including five-year-old twin daughters, were accompanying them on the journey. &nbsp;Locals remember the couple as one of hope and determination – both well-educated, staunchly devoted to their careers, and dedicated to their kids. Their death came as a shock to Banswara, with friends, relatives, and past colleagues struggling to believe the news.&nbsp;“The entire town is grieving," said a close family friend, adding that they were a warm, progressive couple who wanted the best for their children. Four residents of Rajasthan's Udaipur district were among the 242 people on board the Air India flight that crashed. According to Udaipur district administration authorities, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has spoken with the families of those affected and assured them of all necessary assistance. "As per initial information, there were four passengers from Udaipur district on board the Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad. The Chief Minister has spoken to their family members... The administration stands with them, and all necessary help will be extended. The families have been contacted," Udaipur District Magistrate Namit Mehta told reporters.&nbsp;The plane was boarded by 242 people, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, one Canadian national and seven Portuguese nationals.

Ahmedabad plane crash: Rajasthan doctor who quit job to start afresh in London, killed along with family

The Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad on Thursday (June 12) brought heartbreak to Rajasthan after taking the lives of a whole family from Banswara who were traveling to begin a new life in London. Pratik Joshi had spent the last six years in London. A software professional himself, Joshi had always dreamed of making a future outside India for his three small children and wife. That dream was finally taking shape this week, but fate had some other plans. Onboard the ill-fated flight with Pratik was his wife, Dr Komi Vyas, a medical professional who had tendered her resignation just two days earlier to prepare for their permanent move. Their three children, including five-year-old twin daughters, were accompanying them on the journey. Locals remember the couple as one of hope and determination – both well-educated, staunchly devoted to their careers, and dedicated to their kids. Their death came as a shock to Banswara, with friends, relatives, and past colleagues struggling to believe the news. “The entire town is grieving," said a close family friend, adding that they were a warm, progressive couple who wanted the best for their children. Four residents of Rajasthan's Udaipur district were among the 242 people on board the Air India flight that crashed. According to Udaipur district administration authorities, Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma has spoken with the families of those affected and assured them of all necessary assistance. "As per initial information, there were four passengers from Udaipur district on board the Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad. The Chief Minister has spoken to their family members... The administration stands with them, and all necessary help will be extended. The families have been contacted," Udaipur District Magistrate Namit Mehta told reporters. The plane was boarded by 242 people, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, one Canadian national and seven Portuguese nationals.

The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday (June 12) in a post on X sent his condolences after an Air India’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner that was carrying 242 people from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick crashed just moments after takeoff.&nbsp;He said, “Saddened by the tragic crash of Air India flight near Ahmedabad today. We extend our condolences to the families of the victims grieving this immense loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Saddened by the tragic crash of Air India flight near Ahmedabad today. We extend our condolences to the families of the victims grieving this immense loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy.&mdash; Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) <a href="https://twitter.com/CMShehbaz/status/1933159649458651500?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

&nbsp;Meanwhile, Pakistan's foreign minister Ishaq Dar also posted on X. He said, “Saddened at the crash of Air India flight in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Condolences over the loss of precious lives in this tragic incident. Our sympathies are with the families of the victims in this hour of grief.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Saddened at the crash of Air India flight in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Condolences over the loss of precious lives in this tragic incident. Our sympathies are with the families of the victims in this hour of grief.&mdash; Ishaq Dar (@MIshaqDar50) <a href="https://twitter.com/MIshaqDar50/status/1933151106525245462?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST.&nbsp;The plane was boarded by 242 people, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, one Canadian national and seven Portuguese nationals. In a post on X.com, Air India confirmed the crash. “The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals,” it said.&nbsp;“The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals. We have also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information,” it added.&nbsp;According to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the pilot, Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, issued a "Mayday" call to Air Traffic Control shortly before the plane lost contact. A mayday call is an internationally recognised distress signal used in radio communication. It indicates an imminent danger.&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to the Minister of Civil Aviation, Rammohan Naidu, and took stock of the situation. In a post on X, he said that the incident is ‘heartbreaking beyond words.’ He added that he has been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected.&nbsp;Air India changed its profile picture on its social media handles to black as a sign of mourning. On its website, Air India is carrying the flight number - AI 171 - in black with a black band.

Ahmedabad plane crash Pakistans Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says Saddened by the tragic crash of Air India flight near Ahmedabad today

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday (June 12) in a post on X sent his condolences after an Air India’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner that was carrying 242 people from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick crashed just moments after takeoff. He said, “Saddened by the tragic crash of Air India flight near Ahmedabad today. We extend our condolences to the families of the victims grieving this immense loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all those affected by this heartbreaking tragedy.”

The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST.

Ahmedabad plane crash: Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif says, 'Saddened by the tragic crash of Air India flight near Ahmedabad today'

An Air India aircraft with 242 people onboard crashed in the Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Thursday (June 12). The incident took place in Meghani area near the Ahmedabad airport, five minutes after take-off. The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST. The plane was boarded by 242 people, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, one Canadian national and seven Portuguese nationals. In a post on X.com, Air India confirmed the crash. “The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals,” it said.&nbsp;“The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals. We have also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information,” it added.<h3>Who were the pilots of Air India AI171 flight?</h3>According to the officials, the plane was being flown by Captain Sumeet Sabharwal with First Officer Clive Kundar as his deputy. Captain Sumeet Sabharwal was a Line Training Captain.&nbsp;According to reports, Captain Sumeet Sabharwal had 8,200 hours of flying experience under his belt, while the co-pilot, Clive Kundar had 1,100 hours of flying experience.&nbsp;As per reports, Clive Kundar resided in Mumbai with roots in Mangaluru. Clive had attended Paris Air Inc.&nbsp;According to flight-tracking platform Flightradar24, the aircraft’s signal was lost at an altitude of just 625 feet, a dangerously low height for a jet of its size and weight, especially since it was heavily fuelled for a long-haul journey. Flightradar24, which tracks air traffic in real time from all around the world, said in a tweet, “The aircraft involved in the Air India #AI171 crash is a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with registration number VT-ANB and serial number 36279. First flight of the aircraft was on 2013-12-14 and it was delivered to Air India in January 2014.”&nbsp;“Air India flight #AI171 was scheduled to fly from Ahmedabad International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. The signal from the aircraft was lost at 08:08 UTC (13:38 local time) at 625 feet, less than a minute after take off.”&nbsp;In a following tweet, Flightradar24 said, “Initial ADS-B data from flight #AI171 shows that the aircraft reached a maximum barometric altitude of 625 feet (airport altitude is about 200 feet) and then it started to descend with an vertical speed of -475 feet per minute.”

Ahmedabad plane crash: Who were Captain Sumeet Sabharwal and Clive Kundar? Pilots of Air India AI171 flight

An Air India aircraft with 242 people onboard crashed in the Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad on Thursday (June 12). The incident took place in Meghani area near the Ahmedabad airport, five minutes after take-off. The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST. The plane was boarded by 242 people, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, one Canadian national and seven Portuguese nationals. In a post on X.com, Air India confirmed the crash. “The flight, which departed from Ahmedabad at 1338 hrs, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft. Of these, 169 are Indian nationals, 53 are British nationals, 1 Canadian national and 7 Portuguese nationals,” it said. “The injured are being taken to the nearest hospitals. We have also set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide more information,” it added. Who were the pilots of Air India AI171 flight? According to the officials, the plane was being flown by Captain Sumeet Sabharwal with First Officer Clive Kundar as his deputy. Captain Sumeet Sabharwal was a Line Training Captain. According to reports, Captain Sumeet Sabharwal had 8,200 hours of flying experience under his belt, while the co-pilot, Clive Kundar had 1,100 hours of flying experience. As per reports, Clive Kundar resided in Mumbai with roots in Mangaluru. Clive had attended Paris Air Inc. According to flight-tracking platform Flightradar24, the aircraft’s signal was lost at an altitude of just 625 feet, a dangerously low height for a jet of its size and weight, especially since it was heavily fuelled for a long-haul journey. Flightradar24, which tracks air traffic in real time from all around the world, said in a tweet, “The aircraft involved in the Air India #AI171 crash is a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner with registration number VT-ANB and serial number 36279. First flight of the aircraft was on 2013-12-14 and it was delivered to Air India in January 2014.” “Air India flight #AI171 was scheduled to fly from Ahmedabad International Airport to London Gatwick Airport. The signal from the aircraft was lost at 08:08 UTC (13:38 local time) at 625 feet, less than a minute after take off.” In a following tweet, Flightradar24 said, “Initial ADS-B data from flight #AI171 shows that the aircraft reached a maximum barometric altitude of 625 feet (airport altitude is about 200 feet) and then it started to descend with an vertical speed of -475 feet per minute.”

Air India flight AI171 was heading to London's Gatwick from Ahmedabad and was carrying 242 passengers on board

The Air India flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad has reignited concerns over the aircraft manufacturer already under fire for recurring safety concerns. The 787 Dreamliner has faced several flagged defects in the past, including the following

Ahmedabad plane crash: 7 safety issues previously flagged on Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner

Hours after an Air India aircraft with 242 people onboard crashed in the Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad, Boeing Airplanes have issued a statement.&nbsp;In a post on X, it said, “We are in contact with Air India regarding Flight 171 and stand ready to support them. Our thoughts are with the passengers, crew, first responders and all affected.”

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">We are in contact with Air India regarding Flight 171 and stand ready to support them. Our thoughts are with the passengers, crew, first responders and all affected. <a href="https://t.co/kYrdKyvl7z">pic.twitter.com/kYrdKyvl7z</a>&mdash; Boeing Airplanes (@BoeingAirplanes) <a href="https://twitter.com/BoeingAirplanes/status/1933133113426690055?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">June 12, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script>

The incident took place in Meghani area near the Ahmedabad airport, five minutes after take-off. The plane, en route to London, had taken off from Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport at 1.38 pm IST. The Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner was carrying 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, 7 Portuguese, and one Canadian besides the crew.&nbsp;According to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), the pilot, Captain Sumeet Sabharwal, issued a "Mayday" call to Air Traffic Control shortly before the plane lost contact. A mayday call is an internationally recognised distress signal used in radio communication. It indicates an imminent danger.&nbsp;Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to the Minister of Civil Aviation, Rammohan Naidu, and took stock of the situation. In a post on X, he said that the incident is ‘heartbreaking beyond words.’ He added that he has been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected.&nbsp;Air India changed its profile picture on its social media handles to black as a sign of mourning. On its website, Air India is carrying the flight number - AI 171 - in black with a black band.&nbsp;Social media visuals showed fire hoses extinguishing the flames, fire engines lining up to the residential area, and first responders carrying out what appeared to be dead bodies from the site. &nbsp;The Ahmedabad Police cleared most of the area. Around 400 CISF paramilitary troops deployed at Ahmedabad airport were also pressed into rescue operations after the plane crashed into the medical college and nearby buildings.

Ahmedabad plane crash Boeing Airplanes issues statement says We are in contact with Air India

Hours after an Air India aircraft with 242 people onboard crashed in the Indian state of Gujarat's Ahmedabad, Boeing Airplanes have issued a statement. In a post on X, it said, “We are in contact with Air India regarding Flight 171 and stand ready to support them. Our thoughts are with the passengers, crew, first responders and all affected.”

The number of casualties in the Air India aircraft crash in Ahmedabad is still unknown and rescue operations are underway

Ahmedabad plane crash: Boeing Airplanes issues statement, says 'We are in contact with Air India'

The Air India flight AI171 in Ahmedabad has once again highlighted the suspicious death of John Barnett in US, the Boeing whistleblower who gave evidence questioning production standards in a lawsuit against the Boeing.

Ahmedabad plane crash: Who was John Barnett, the Boeing whistleblower who died mysteriously?