Tragedy Halts Andhra's Governance Celebration

The Andhra Pradesh state function titled 'Suparipalana-Swarnandhra Pradesh' was canceled following an Air India crash in Ahmedabad, officials announced. The event intended to commemorate the first year of the TDP-led government.

Originally planned for Thursday evening, the function was first postponed but later canceled in light of the tragedy.

As a sign of respect, the state has also canceled Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu's engagements in Vishakapatnam, including a New and Renewable Energy Regional Workshop.

The Air India flight, bound for London, crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in numerous casualties and impacting a densely populated residential area.

(With inputs from agencies.)