At least 274 people lost their lives in one of India’s deadliest aviation disasters involving a London-bound Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad earlier this week. The fatalities include passengers, crew on board, and individuals on the ground. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed minutes after takeoff, striking a medical college hostel and a residential area, causing a ball of fire and widespread devastation.
Among the victims were families who had gathered in Ahmedabad to celebrate Eid al-Adha, marking a reunion awaited for 15 years. The tragedy has deeply shocked communities both in India and abroad, with 52 British nationals counted among the dead. The sole survivor, Vishwashkumar Ramesh, shared his extraordinary escape story, describing how he managed to exit the plane despite the horrific crash circumstances.
Investigators continue to search the crash site, recovering the plane’s black box. Authorities are examining various factors to determine the exact cause of the crash, including:
- Pilot actions
- Aircraft systems
DNA testing is underway to identify victims as families anxiously await answers.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the crash site and met the lone survivor, expressing sadness over the event. The investigation is ongoing as flights and communities mourn this tragic loss.
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