The nation is in a state of shock as Air India’s flight AI-171 crashed immediately after taking off from Ahmedabad’s Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The plane was bound for London. Unfortunately, 265 people have lost their lives in this ghastly accident. Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the injured this morning and inspected the rescue operations currently underway.
Crash Details: What Went Wrong with Air India Flight AI-171
Air India’s Boeing 787 Dreamliner, flight AI-171, was heading to London from Ahmedabad. It departed at 1:39 PM but faced a grave technical malfunction after just a few minutes. Reports say that when the aircraft climbed to a mere 625 feet, the engine experienced an acute malfunction. The plane allegedly collided with a boundary wall before crashing.
There were 242 passengers aboard. The fatalities have, however, been given as 265, and there are questions raised as to whether there were additional individuals affected on the ground. Witnesses close to the airport heard a loud bang, after which a massive fireball erupted.
Confirmed Casualties and Official Statements
The Ahmedabad Deputy Commissioner has officially announced the number of fatalities. Emergency responders were on their way to the scene moments after the accident, but the extent of destruction was too much to handle. Rescue efforts continue as officials attempt to identify those killed and assist survivors.
Photographs and videos of the wrecked plane have inundated social media, revealing the wreckage of the plane and scattered debris. These images have shocked the whole country and raised grave safety issues regarding the plane’s condition prior to flight.
PM Modi Meets Injured Passengers in Hospital
On the 13th of June morning, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad to greet the crash survivors. He spoke one-to-one with the injured, heard their stories, and promised them complete medical assistance. Air India officials and airport authorities have also arrived at the hospital to arrange further action and help the affected families. A special helpline has been established for family members of passengers traveling on board.
Nation Awaits Answers as Investigation Begins
So far, the cause of the technical failure is not known. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has been tasked to investigate the crash. All subsequent flights of the same aircraft model will be subjected to thorough checks for safety.
