Air India Plane Crash in Ahmedabad: On June 12, 2025, an Air India flight AI-171, flying from Ahmedabad to London, crashed just two minutes after takeoff. Today will be remembered as one of the darkest days in the history of Indian aviation. A tragedy so massive, it has shaken the entire nation.
In Short (Quick Summary):
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Date: June 12, 2025
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Flight Number: AI-171 (Ahmedabad to London)
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Aircraft Type: Boeing 787 Dreamliner
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Time of Crash: 1:40 PM (Just 2 minutes after takeoff)
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Total People Onboard: 242 (230 passengers + 12 crew members)
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Crash Site: Meghaninagar, near Civil Hospital hostels, Ahmedabad
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Fatalities: not confirmed yet, as per news agency report more than 200 passenger are dead
- Survivor – 1 passenger survived (Ramesh Viswashkumar)
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Notable Victim: Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani
Air India Plane Crash: What exactly happened?
According to reports from various news agency –
- The Air India (AI-171) flight took off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, at 1:38 PM.
- Just two minutes later, at 1:40 PM, the plane lost control and crashed into a group of residential hostel buildings for doctors near the Civil Hospital area.
Who Was Flying the Plane?
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Captain Sumeet Sabharwal (Experience: 8,200+ flying hours)
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First Officer Clive Kundar (Experience: 1,100+ flying hours)
Passenger Nationalities
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169 Indian citizens
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53 British citizens
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7 Portuguese passengers
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1 Canadian passenger
What Caused the Crash?
The exact cause is still under investigation, but early signs suggest a possible landing gear malfunction or load imbalance during takeoff. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) is currently examining black box data.
The most painful part? Plane Crashed into B.J. Medical College
The plane crashed right into a hostel housing MBBS students —Young minds who were studying hard to become the future doctors of our country. It is being reported that over 50 medical students and doctors lost their lives in this tragic crash.
It is beyond heartbreaking. The hostel belonged to B.J. Medical College, one of the top medical institutions in Western India, established in the 18th century.
Admission here is secured by students with top national ranks — it’s a place of brilliance, hope, and dreams.
DNA Testing for Identification
Due to the severity of the fire and impact, most bodies are badly burned. Authorities will use DNA testing to identify the victims and notify their families.
Air India Plane Crash: One Life Saved
In the midst of the devastating Air India plane crash, a miracle unfolded — one passenger survived.
38-year-old Ramesh Viswashkumar, who was seated on Seat 11A, is being hailed as the lone survivor of the tragic incident.
According to Ahmedabad Police Commissioner G.S. Malik, Ramesh managed to escape from the wreckage, possibly by jumping through an emergency exit after the crash. He was quickly taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.
Ramesh suffered injuries to his chest, eyes, and feet, but is alive and recovering.
Life is unpredictable: Enjoy Every Moments of Life
This heartbreaking incident reminds us that life is unpredictable —
We must cherish every moment, live fully, and value our loved ones while we can.
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