Ahmedabad Plane Crash Highlights: Amit Shah meets survivor of Air India flight

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• 12 Jun 2025, 11:30 PM

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• 12 Jun 2025, 10:14 PM

  Formal investigation initiated by Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB)

  Following the tragic incident in Ahmedabad, a formal investigation has been initiated by the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB), in line with international protocols set by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO), Union Minister of Civil Aviation, Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, tweeted on Thursday.

  "Additionally, the Government is constituting a high-level committee comprising experts from multiple disciplines to examine the matter in detail. The committee will work to strengthen aviation safety and prevent such incidents in future," he added.

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 09:14 PM

  'Death toll will be announced after DNA verification': Amit Shah

  "There were 230 passengers and 12 crew members. There is some good news for one survivor. The death toll will be announced after DNA verification. I met the one survivor... Every department is carrying out the rescue operations in coordination," he said.

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 08:57 PM

  HM Amit Shah meets lone survivor of ill-fated flight AI171 that crashed today

  Ahmedabad Plane Crash | Union Home Minister Amit Shah meets with the injured, including one injured person who appears to be the lone survivor of the ill-fated flight AI171 that crashed earlier today. pic.twitter.com/yv0kTykgWV

  — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025

   

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 08:42 PM

  Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani declared dead in plane crash

  "Deeply pained by the tragic demise of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani ji in the unfortunate plane crash in Ahmedabad. He will be remembered as a grassroots leader who devoted his life for the development & welfare of his state. Condolences to his bereaved family. Om Shanti," Union Minister Rajnath Singh tweeted.

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 07:55 PM

  Air India says it will operate two relief flights, one each from Delhi and Mumbai, to Ahmedabad for next of kin of passengers and crew members.

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 07:34 PM

  One survivor found in Air India plane crash: Ahmedabad Police

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 06:24 PM

  Tata Group will provide Rs 1 crore to the families of each person who has lost their life in this tragedy

  "We will also cover the medical expenses of those injured and ensure that they receive all necessary care and support. Additionally, we will provide support in the building up of the BJ Medical's hostel: N Chandrasekaran Chairman, Tata Sons

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 06:20 PM

  About 50 injured people brought to Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad

  Dhananjay Dwivedi, Additional Chief Secretary, Gujarat Health and Family Welfare Department said, "...Ahmedabd Civil Hospital students' hostel, staff quarters and other residential areas are located in the area where the plane crashed. The residents of that area were also injured. About 50 injured people have been brought to Civil Hospital, Ahmedabad. They are being provided the best treatment. They are serious but stable. DNA testing arrangements have been made at B.J. Medical, so families and close ones of the flight passengers, especially their parents and children, are requested to submit their samples at the location. So that the victims are identified at the earliest. If relatives of the passengers and other injured who have been brought to the Civil Hospital have to make any inquiry, Civil Hospital Ahmedabad has issued two helpline numbers - 6357373831 and 6357373841. You can contact these numbers for any help..."

  #WATCH | Ahmedabad plane crash | Dhananjay Dwivedi, Additional Chief Secretary, Gujarat Health and Family Welfare Department says, "...Ahmedabd Civil Hospital students' hostel, staff quarters and other residential areas are located in the area where the plane crashed. The… pic.twitter.com/5vDuVzrZdK

  — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 06:13 PM

  'Added another hotline number for foreign nationals +91 8062779200: Air India

  This is in addition to the dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444.

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 06:04 PM

  Flight operations resume at Ahmedabad airport: Ministry of Civil Aviation

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 05:48 PM

  Indian Army teams comprising approximately 130 personnel

  They will assist civil administration in the ongoing Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) efforts following the crash of an Air India flight near Ahmedabad.

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 05:36 PM

  'Stand ready to support them': Boeing Airplanes on Ahmedabad Plane Crash

  "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," Boeing Airplanes tweeted.

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 05:03 PM

  Wreckage of Air India AI-171 flight, which crashed into a building in Ahmedabad today

  Wreckage | Gujarat | Wreckage of Air India AI-171 flight, which crash landed on a building soon after takeoff from Ahmedabad airport today pic.twitter.com/C3w1elgfZ1

  — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 04:28 PM

  Gujarat CM reaches Ahmedabad's Asarwa Civil Hospital to meet people injured in plane crash

  #WATCH | Air India Plane Crash | Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel reaches Ahmedabad's Asarwa Civil Hospital, where the plane crash injured have been brought pic.twitter.com/ynXPHdPL7b

  — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025

   

   

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 04:17 PM

  'My thoughts and prayers are with the affected people': President

  I am deeply distressed to learn about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. It is a heart-rending disaster. My thoughts and prayers are with the affected people. The nation stands with them in this hour of indescribable grief.

  — President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 04:05 PM

  PM Modi's first reaction to Air India flight crash, says, 'Heartbreaking beyond words'

  "The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. Have been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected," he tweeted.

  The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. Have been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected.

  — Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:56 PM

  CISF Rescue Operations Underway at AI 171 Crash Site, Ahmedabad

  CISF Rescue Operations Underway at AI 171 Crash Site, Ahmedabad.
  Following the tragic crash of London-bound Air India flight AI 171 near Ahmedabad Airport, #CISF personnel immediately activated emergency protocols and rushed to the site. Rescue operations are being carried out in… pic.twitter.com/jnfIWxQF1b

  — CISF (@CISFHQrs) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:52 PM

  Air India confirms AI171 flight crash, issues detailed statement

  Air India confirms that flight AI171, from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an accident today after take-off.
  
  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…

  — Air India (@airindia) June 12, 2025

   

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:48 PM

  Air India’s official 'X' account changes its profile, cover photo to black as a mark of solidarity following the Air India Flight AI171 crash

  Air India’s official 'X' account has changed its profile and cover photo to black as a mark of solidarity following the Air India Flight AI171 crash pic.twitter.com/9MuRFonLWa

  — IANS (@ians_india) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:46 PM

  UK govt issues helpline number for British nationals

  "We are aware of a plane crash in Ahmedabad. The UK is working with local authorities in India to urgently establish the facts and provide support to those involved. British nationals who require consular assistance or have concerns about friends or family should call 020 7008 5000," UK Government

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:45 PM

  Visuals from the crash site depict a harrowing scene

  VIDEO | Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner enroute from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, tragically crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. Visuals from the crash site depict a harrowing scene with debris scattered across the… pic.twitter.com/lF2o2KIHCt

  — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:40 PM

  Union Home Minister Amit Shah is en route to Ahmedabad following the Air India plane crash: ANI

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:33 PM

  Pained beyond words by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad: HM Amit Shah

  Pained beyond words by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Disaster response forces have been quickly rushed to the crash site. Spoke with the Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, Home Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi, and Commissioner of Police Ahmedabad to assess the…

  — Amit Shah (@AmitShah) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:32 PM

  PM Modi takes stock of Ahmedabad plane crash incident, asks aviation minister to ensure all necessary support

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:25 PM

  Ahmedabad-Gatwick flight had 169 Indians, 53 British, and 1 Canadian onboard: Air India

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:18 PM

  Ahmedabad airport closed, operation suspended until further notice

   

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  — Ahmedabad Airport (@ahmairport) June 12, 2025

   

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:17 PM

   Relief and rescue efforts are underway at the site of Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad

  #WATCH | Relief and rescue efforts are underway at the site of Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad pic.twitter.com/PBnObCxEJr

  — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:12 PM

  'Our primary focus is on supporting all the affected people and their families': N. Chandrasekaran Chairman, Air India 

  With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India Flight 171 operating Ahmedabad London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today. Our thoughts and deepest condolences are with the families and loved ones of all those affected by this devastating event.
  At this moment, our…

  — Tata Group (@TataCompanies) June 12, 2025

   

  
• 12 Jun 2025, 03:12 PM

  Debris at Air India plane crash site in Ahmedabad; Fire Services and other agencies present at the site

  #WATCH | Debris at Air India plane crash site in Ahmedabad; Fire Services and other agencies present at the site pic.twitter.com/z9XsemwDnx

  — ANI (@ANI) June 12, 2025