LIVE: Aftermath of Air India Plane Crash in Ahmedabad
Ahmedabad, India – Tragedy struck as the Air India flight AI171, bound for London, crashed near the Ahmedabad airport this afternoon, claiming the lives of 241 passengers and crew members on board. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, which was carrying 242 people, met with disaster in a hospital residential complex, raising urgent concerns about the safety of flight operations in the region.
Witnesses at the crash site reported harrowing scenes, with debris scattered across the area and emergency responders working tirelessly to rescue survivors and recover victims. The emotional toll is palpable as families anxiously await news of their loved ones.
Among the passengers, British citizen Vishwash Kumar Ramesh emerged as the sole survivor. Ramesh, who was seated in 11A next to the emergency exit, expressed disbelief at his survival, stating he had “no idea” how he managed to escape the disaster. His brother Ajay, who sat just across the aisle, is believed to be among the deceased.
Air India confirmed the tragic loss and extended its deepest condolences to the families affected by this heartbreaking incident. Among the onboard passengers, reports indicated that 53 were British citizens, emphasizing the international impact of this calamity.
As the investigation into the cause of the crash begins, the aviation community and the public remain in shock, grappling with the loss of lives and the implications for air travel safety.
The aftermath of this tragedy continues to unfold as authorities work to provide support to the bereaved families and ascertain the circumstances surrounding this devastating accident.
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