Tragedy in the Skies: Ahmedabad Plane Crash

A Devastating Air India Disaster

Date: June 12, 2025 Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

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The plane crashed into a doctors’ hostel at BJ Medical-

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Five students killed, 20-45 injured.

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Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after takeoff.

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The crash claimed over 200 lives, marking one of India’s worst aviation tragedies.

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Flight AI171, bound for London Gatwick, took off at 1:38 PM IST.

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Over 204 confirmed deaths, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 British, 7 Portuguese, and 1 Canadian.

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Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani among the victims.

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One survivor, Vishwas Ramesh, a British national, found in seat 11A.

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At least 41 injured, including medical students on the ground.

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Nearby residential buildings and offices damaged by fire and impact.

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NDRF, Indian Army, CRPF, and fire brigades deployed immediately.

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Operational Control Room activated in Delhi and Ahmedabad.

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Experts suggest possible issues with wing flaps or landing gear configuration.

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Tata Group pledged ₹1 crore per victim’s family and medical support.