Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Ahmedabad following the Air India Flight AI171 crash and confirmed that several passengers are feared dead. He met the sole confirmed survivor and conveyed condolences from the Central and Gujarat governments and PM Narendra Modi. Shah stated that the Union Government was alerted within 10 minutes, and coordination began between the Chief Minister, Civil Aviation, and emergency agencies. Search and rescue efforts continue, with DNA tests pending to confirm the final death toll. Central Armed Police Forces have joined state responders, and the Prime Minister is personally monitoring the situation. (PC: India Today)

Among the victims of the Air India AI171 crash were 11 passengers from Rajasthan, including newlywed Khushboo Rajpurohit, who was returning to her husband in London. Her final photo with her father at Ahmedabad airport went viral. Others included Udaipur siblings Shubh and Shagun Modi, Bikaner’s Abhinav Parihar—grandson of ex-MLA Krishna Ram Nai—and a doctor couple from Banswara, Dr. Koni Vyas and Dr. Pradeep Joshi, with their three children. They were relocating to London. Rajasthan CM Bhajan Lal Sharma and ex-CM Ashok Gehlot expressed condolences. The tragedy has shaken multiple families across the state. (PC: X)

CCTV footage has confirmed Air India Flight AI171 was airborne for just 27 seconds before crashing near Ahmedabad's Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, en route to London, crashed into the BJ Medical College hostel mess during lunchtime, killing several and injuring many on the ground. At least 50-60 MBBS students were hospitalized; 4-5 remain missing. The DGCA reported a Mayday call before communication was lost. The Tata Group has announced ₹1 crore compensation per victim. Home Minister Amit Shah assured full Central aid. The airport remains shut as rescue and investigation efforts continue. 

Tata Group, the owner of Air India, has announced ₹1 crore compensation for families of each deceased passenger in the tragic crash of Flight 171 near Ahmedabad. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff, with over 240 people onboard. While the death toll is yet to be confirmed, the group pledged to also cover medical expenses of the injured and help rebuild the BJ Medical College hostel that was struck. “We are deeply anguished… Our prayers are with the families,” said Tata’s statement. The airline and Tata Group have promised continued support for all affected in the disaster. (PC: X)

A 38-year-old man, Ramesh Vishwaskumar Bucharvada, is the sole known survivor of Air India Flight AI‑171 after he astonishingly escaped by jumping from his seat 11A during the Boeing 787 Dreamliner’s crash into a hostel near Ahmedabad airport on June 12, 2025 . Carrying 242 onboard, the aircraft plunged moments after taking off, killing over 204 and impacting the B.J. Medical College hostel, where five students also died . Ramesh, injured but breathing, was spotted walking in rescue footage—a rare glimmer of hope amid tragedy. Emergency teams continue operations, and AAIB has launched investigations.

The tragic Air India Flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad has left 204 people dead and 41 injured. Officials confirmed that among the injured, at least 25 were civilians present in the crash area, not passengers. The London-bound Boeing 787 aircraft went down shortly after takeoff on June 12, hitting a residential neighbourhood near the airport. Police and rescue teams rushed to the site, pulling out survivors and transporting them to nearby hospitals. One passenger from seat 11A survived and is currently under treatment. Authorities have set up DNA testing at BJ Medical College to help identify the deceased. Rescue operations are ongoing. (PC: India Today)

Experts say the Air India crash in Ahmedabad on June 12 may have happened due to both engines failing. The pilot had sent a “Mayday” call, which usually means total engine failure. The plane, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, crashed minutes after takeoff, killing all 242 people on board. It hit a hostel mess inside BJ Medical College, possibly killing people on the ground too. A student said he was having lunch nearby when the crash happened. His friend, who was closer, is now in hospital. Officials say it is too early to confirm the exact cause of the crash. (PC: AFP)

Air India Flight AI 171, a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner carrying 242 people, crashed moments after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport en route to London Gatwick on 12 June 2025. The aircraft issued a distress call at 625 ft altitude before descending into the residential Meghani Nagar area and striking a doctors’ hostel. Eyewitnesses reported explosions and a massive fireball. All onboard—230 passengers and 12 crew, including nationals from India, the UK, Canada, and Portugal—were killed. Additionally, at least five people on the ground perished. Emergency services rushed to the scene; flight operations were suspended, later resuming under restrictions. Investigations are underway by DGCA, Boeing, and GE Aerospace. (PC: PTI)

An Air India plane crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner was flying to London with 242 people on board. At 13:30 PM, the plane was still on the ground. By 13:34 PM, it had started moving at 10 knots. At 13:38 PM, it climbed to 625 feet at 174 knots, with landing gear still extended. Seconds later, it lost signal and crashed in a residential area, bursting into flames. No survivors were found. The cause is still unknown. Air India and Boeing are investigating. Rescue teams are working at the crash site. (PC: Reuters)

In a tragic incident on June 12, 2025, an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner (Flight AI-171) en route to London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, plummeting into the doctors’ hostel at B.J. Medical College. The crash claimed the lives of five medical students—four undergraduates and one postgraduate—and left several others injured. The aircraft, carrying 242 people, reportedly lost altitude and hit the hostel’s dining area. Emergency teams recovered at least 30 bodies, with more feared trapped. Investigations are underway, and a helpline (1800 5691 444) has been issued for families of passengers and victims. (PC: NDTV)