Air India flight AI171 to London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, striking the BJ Medical College UG hostel mess in Meghaninagar. Federation of All India Medical Associations (FAIMA) reported that several MBBS students were present in the mess at the time of impact, and 20–30 may be injured. Images show parts of the aircraft embedded in the hostel building, which sustained visible damage. The flight had 242 people on board, including 169 Indians and 53 Britons. Emergency teams, fire brigade, and CISF personnel are on-site. FAIMA said it is closely monitoring the situation and ready to assist. (PC: X)

In a devastating incident on June 12, 2025, Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner en route to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad. The aircraft was carrying over 240 people, including passengers and crew. It crash-landed near the Meghani Nagar area, striking a residential building and sparking a massive blaze. Emergency teams including NDRF, fire services, and hospitals are actively conducting rescue operations. A helpline number 1800-5691-444 has been issued for families. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and flight operations are currently suspended.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi called the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad “heartbreaking beyond words.” In a post on X, he said, “The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us… my thoughts are with everyone affected.” Flight AI171, en route to London with 242 people onboard, crashed shortly after takeoff. Rescue operations are underway, led by CISF personnel who swiftly activated emergency protocols at the crash site. The DGCA confirmed the crew issued a “Mayday” call before radio silence. Air India has released a helpline number (1800 5691 444) for families seeking information. (PC: X)

Air India flight AI171, heading to London Gatwick with 242 onboard, crashed near Ahmedabad’s Meghaninagar area on June 12, killing at least 133. The Boeing 787 issued a “Mayday” call shortly after takeoff but lost contact. PM Modi called the tragedy “heartbreaking beyond words,” while UK PM Keir Starmer called it “devastating,” as 53 Britons were on board. CISF, fire, and emergency teams are leading rescue operations. A green corridor has been set up for medical response. Air India’s chairman expressed “profound sorrow,” and a helpline (1800 5691 444) is active for families. Civil Aviation Minister Naidu is en route. (PC: X)

An Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner (AI171) crashed soon after takeoff from Ahmedabad on June 12, with 242 onboard, including ex-Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani. "It gave a MAYDAY call to ATC, but thereafter no response was given by the aircraft," the DGCA stated. The flight was heading to London and crashed outside the airport perimeter minutes after departure. The captain had 8,200 flying hours. PM Modi directed full support and is being kept updated. All flights from Ahmedabad are suspended. Air India posted, “We are ascertaining details,” and set up a helpline: 1800 5691 444 for families. (PC: X)

Air India Flight AI 171— a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner carrying 242 people—crashed shortly after taking off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport en route to London Gatwick. Vegetation in the Meghani Nagar residential area caught fire, with rescue units and seven fire engines dispatched promptly. Passengers included 169 Indians, 53 Britons, seven Portuguese, and one Canadian. Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was aboard, reportedly seated in business class. The aircraft sent a mayday call around 1:38 PM local time but lost communication before crashing within ten minutes. This marks the first hull loss of a Dreamliner; investigations by DGCA and AAIB are under way. (PC: X)

At least 40 people have been confirmed dead after Air India flight AI171, bound for London, crashed near Ahmedabad airport shortly after takeoff on Thursday. The aircraft carried 232 passengers and 10 crew members, including 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, 7 Portuguese citizens, and 1 Canadian. The crash site near Meghaninagar was engulfed in thick smoke, with fire brigades and emergency teams deployed. Prime Minister Narendra Modi spoke to Home Minister Amit Shah and Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu, instructing them to visit the site and ensure maximum assistance. The cause of the crash remains under investigation. 

On June 12, 2025, a London‑bound Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner (Flight AI171) crashed minutes after departing Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad, carrying 232 passengers and 12 crew. The aircraft lost contact after issuing a mayday call, crashing near the Meghaninagar residential area and igniting intense fire due to its full fuel load. Thick black smoke engulfed the crash site as emergency services including multiple fire engines and ambulances rushed in. Authorities sealed roads and dispatched NDRF teams, while Air India and aviation officials launched investigations, citing possible technical failure . No official casualty figures have yet been confirmed.

On June 12, 2025, Air India Flight AI 171—a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner (VT‑ANB) carrying 232 passengers and 12 crew—crashed shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, en route to London Gatwick. The aircraft climbed to just 625 ft and lost contact within a minute. It plummeted into the densely populated Meghani Nagar area at approximately 1:38 pm IST, triggering a massive fireball and black‑smoke plume. Six NDRF teams, fire services, ambulances and police launched rescue efforts amid airport shutdown. DGCA and Boeing have launched investigations. Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel and Union Home Minister Amit Shah assured full relief support. Air India’s chairman expressed deep sorrow; casualty details are pending.

Air India flight AI171 crashed within 5 minutes of takeoff from Ahmedabad on Thursday, reaching just 625 feet before losing signal, FlightRadar confirmed. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, bound for London Gatwick, had 242 people on board, including 169 Indians, 53 British nationals, 1 Canadian, and 7 Portuguese citizens. The aircraft crashed near Meghaninagar, a residential area in Ahmedabad, at 1:38 PM. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said he is closely monitoring the situation and has directed swift emergency response. The airport has been shut temporarily. Rescue teams continue operations at the crash site; casualty figures remain unconfirmed. (PC: X)