Ahmedabad, June 13, (OT Webdesk): A devastating aviation disaster unfolded on Thursday as an Air India flight bound for London crashed into the BJ Medical College complex shortly after takeoff, claiming 265 lives, including passengers, crew, and individuals on the ground.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the crash site today, accompanied by Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, to assess the situation and offer condolences to grieving families.
Authorities have launched a full-scale investigation into the cause of the accident, which has been described as one of the worst aviation tragedies in India’s history.
The ill-fated flight was carrying 232 passengers and 10 crew members, among them former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who was among the deceased.
The sole survivor is reported to be a British national of Indian origin.
On the ground, the crash claimed the lives of four MBBS students and the wife of a local doctor, further amplifying the tragedy.
Rescue operations are ongoing, with officials working tirelessly to recover victims and assess the damage to the medical complex.
With the nation in mourning, PM Modi assured swift action to uncover the factors behind the accident and enhance aviation safety measures.
Families of the victims have been promised assistance during this heartbreaking crisis.
