Ahmedabad Air India Crash: 241 Dead, Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani Among Victims; ₹1 Cr Relief for Families
A devastating aviation tragedy struck India on Thursday afternoon when an Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner (Flight AI171) crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, en route to London Gatwick Airport. The incident has left the nation in shock, with 241 people feared dead and only one survivor confirmed. Among the victims was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, whose death was confirmed by BJP Gujarat’s state president in a press statement following the incident.
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🛬 Crash Details
The ill-fated aircraft carried a total of 242 individuals, including:
169 Indian nationals
53 British citizens
7 Portuguese nationals
1 Canadian passenger
2 pilots and 10 cabin crew members
The plane lost contact with air traffic control minutes after takeoff, before crashing on the outskirts of Ahmedabad.
National Mourning and Response
Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep sorrow, calling the accident "a heartbreaking loss for the entire nation." Emergency services and disaster response teams rushed to the site, but only one person was found alive amid the wreckage.
As a result, operations at Ahmedabad airport have been suspended indefinitely.
Tata Group’s Support for Victims’ Families
The Tata Group, which owns Air India, has pledged ₹1 crore in financial assistance to the families of each person who perished in the crash. The airline has assured full logistical and emotional support during this time of mourning.
Air India Statement and Helpline
Air India released a brief statement:
> “Flight AI171, flying from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, was involved in an incident today. Details are being verified, and updates will be shared soon.”
The airline has activated a dedicated helpline for passengers’ families:
📞 1800 5691 444
Nation Mourns Former CM Vijay Rupani
The death of Vijay Rupani, a prominent BJP leader and former chief minister of Gujarat, has added to the national grief. His contributions to Gujarat’s political and development journey were widely recognized, and tributes have been pouring in from across the country.
Key Highlights
Flight: AI171 (Boeing 787 Dreamliner)
From-To: Ahmedabad to London Gatwick
Date: Thursday, June 2025
Total Onboard: 242
Fatalities: 241 feared dead
Survivor: 1 person
Notable Casualty: Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani
Relief: ₹1 crore per family from Tata Group
Helpline: 1800 5691 444
Airport Status: SVPI Ahmedabad closed until further notice