On Thursday, June 12, 2025, around 1:30 PM, an Air India flight going from Ahmedabad to London crashed soon after take-off. The flight had 242 people on board.
The crash was very serious. The plane caught fire and was completely destroyed. Most passengers died on the spot. Only one person survived.
People on the Plane
- Total onboard: 230 passengers + 12 crew = 242 people
- People died: 241 (official confirmation coming soon)
- One survivor: A man sitting in seat 11A, named Ramesh Vishwas Kumar, is alive and being treated in the hospital.
Among the people who died was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. He was going to London to meet his family.
What Amit Shah Said
India’s Home Minister Amit Shah visited the crash site and the hospital. He said:
“This is a very sad and shocking incident for the whole country. I met the only survivor. The rescue teams have done a great job. We are collecting DNA from family members to identify the dead bodies.”
Amit Shah also said the plane had over 1.25 lakh liters of fuel, which caused a huge fire. That made it hard to save anyone.
What Aviation Minister Said
Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu said:
“We are shocked and deeply sad. We will start a full investigation. We will find out the real reason behind this accident. Right now, our focus is on helping families.”
He also added that Prime Minister Modi has asked him to reach the site and support rescue teams.
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What Happens Next?
A full investigation will be done. The team will study the plane’s data, fuel, weather, and technical issues. More updates will be given after official reports.
Disclaimer: This article is based on available news and official statements as of June 12, 2025. Details may change as more information comes from the government and Air India.
