Tragedy Strikes: Air India Flight Devastates Ahmedabad

An Air India flight en route to London with 242 passengers crashed in Ahmedabad, prompting emergency response from multiple agencies. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner hit a doctor's hostel, resulting in injuries. Key officials, including Prime Minister Modi, expressed sorrow and pledged comprehensive support.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 12-06-2025 17:33 IST | Created: 12-06-2025 17:33 IST
Tragedy Strikes: Air India Flight Devastates Ahmedabad
Union Minister of State Murlidhar Mohol (Photo/ANI). Image Credit: ANI
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An Air India flight bound for London tragically crashed in Ahmedabad on Thursday, with all 242 passengers and crew on board accounted for in a severe mishap.

Responding swiftly, the National Disaster Response Force deployed three teams to the site with additional reinforcements en route. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu assured a thorough response effort.

Witnesses report the Boeing 787-8 collided with a medical college hostel, leading to injuries. Intense plumes of smoke billowed from the wreckage. Leading figures, including Prime Minister Modi, offered heartfelt condolences and committed substantial aid.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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