US investigators to join India probe into Ahmedabad plane crash: NTSB confirms
US investigators from the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) are en route to India to aid in the probe into the Air India plane crash, the agency confirmed.
Air India announces relief flights for families of crash victims
Air India has announced two special relief flights — one each from Delhi and Mumbai — to Ahmedabad for the next of kin of passengers and Air India staff affected by the tragic plane crash.
Family members in Delhi and Mumbai wishing to travel can contact Air India’s dedicated hotline at 1800 5691 444.
Those arriving from international locations can call +91 8062779200 for assistance.
Air India deploys special care team to Ahmedabad
Air India CEO Campbell Wilson has described the crash of Flight AI171 as "a difficult day for all of us."
“I would like to express deep sorrow about this event. This is a difficult day for all of us at Air India,” Wilson said in a video message shared by the airline on social media platform X.
"We are actively working with the authorities on all emergency response efforts. A special team of caregivers from Air India is on their way to Ahmedabad to provide additional support," Wilson said.
Amit Shah reaches plane crash site in Ahmedabad
Union Home Minister Amit Shah reached the crash site in Ahmedabad, where he was briefed on the rescue and relief operations by officials. Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel, Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu, MoS Civil Aviation Murlidhar Mohol and Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi were also present.
204 bodies recovered so far, says Ahmedabad police
Ahmedabad police chief G.S. Malik told Reuters that 204 bodies had been recovered from the crash site. As of now, only one survivor has been reported - a 40-year-old Indian origin British national, reports Hindustan Times.
Vishwash, a British national, was in India for a few days to visit his family and was going back to the UK along with his brother, Ajay Kumar Ramesh (45).
The 40-year-old told HT about the experience of the crash. “Thirty seconds after take-off, there was a loud noise and then the plane crashed. It all happened so quickly,” Vishwash told HT.
Tata Group to provide Rs 1 crore to kin of deceased victims
The Tata Group said it would provide Rs 1 crore to the families of each person who has lost their life in this tragedy, while also covering medical expenses of those injured and ensuring that they received proper care and support, reports News18
“Additionally, we will provide support in the building up of the B J Medical’s hostel. We remain steadfast in standing with the affected families and communities during this unimaginable time,” Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran said in a statement.
DNA tests to be carried out to identify plane crash victims
DNA tests will be carried out to ascertain the identities of those who perished in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad city, a senior Gujarat health department official.
"To identify those who lost their lives in the plane crash, arrangements have been made by Ahmedabad Civil Hospital to collect DNA samples. Close relatives, such as parents or children, of the deceased will be able to give DNA samples at Kasoti Bhavan of BJ Medical College of Ahmedabad Civil Hospital," state health department principal secretary Dhananjay Dwivedi said.
NCP leader Tatkare's relative among cabin crew of ill-fated Air India flight
Maharashtra NCP chief Sunil Tatkare on Thursday said senior crew member Aparna Mahadik who was on board the Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad is related to him.
"Aparna Mahadik is the daughter-in-law of my younger sister. Her family lives in Goregaon in Mumbai," Tatkare, MP from Raigad, told PTI.
"My nephew -- Aparna's husband -- is also an Air India cabin crew. He was in Delhi. The Mahadik family has been informed about the tragedy," he said.
IndiGo issues travel advisory
IndiGo on Thursday issued a travel advisory for the passengers in view of temporary suspension of operations at Ahmedabad Airport.
"Following the incident near Ahmedabad Airport and the resulting runway restrictions, flight operations are impacted. Our thoughts are with the families of those affected. We seek your kind understanding, as these are truly challenging times for everyone. If your flight is impacted, you may rebook or claim a full refund via our website. Our teams remain on standby across all channels to support you," said IndiGo in a post on X.
50 to 60 MBBS students hospitalised, says Federation of All India Medical Association
Dr Dhawal Gameti, the Vice President of the Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) said most of the passengers of the ill-fated Air India flight were brought dead. he said 50 to 60 students were admitted to the hospital after the plane crashed into the BJ Medical College, and four to five students were missing. He said the wife of one of the Super Specialist resident doctors was found dead, reports News18.
Chennai-Ahmedabad flights cancelled
Three Chennai-Ahmedabad flights have been cancelled, and one was forced to return after the Ahmedabad plane crash.
5 dead at medical students' hostel in Ahmedabad
Five medical students died and many suffered injuries after Air India flight crashed into the hostel of the BJ Medical College in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. This includes, four undergraduate students and a postgraduate resident, reports NDTV.
"My son had gone to the hostel during lunch break, and the plane crashed there. My son is safe, and I have spoken to him. He jumped from the second floor, so he suffered some injuries,” Ramila told ANI.
Russia's Vladimir Putin writes to President Murmu, PM Modi
Russian President Vladimir Putin wrote to his Indian counterpart Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, expressing “deepest condolences over the tragic consequences of a passenger plane crash in Ahmedabad.”
“Kindly convey the words of sincere sympathy and support to the families and near ones of the victims, as well as wishes for a speedy recovery to all those injured in this catastrophe,” Putin said.
Mallikarjun Kharge demands judicial probe
Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed condolences over the deadly plane crash in Ahmedabad and called for a judicial probe into the matter. “A detailed enquiry should be carried out. A sitting or retired Supreme Court judge should probe this and investigate where the failure is,” he said.
Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau to probe plane crash
Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) will probe the Air India plane crash at the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, according to an official.
AAIB Director General and Director of Investigation at the agency, among others, will be leaving for Ahmedabad, the official said.
Under the civil aviation ministry, AAIB is responsible for the classification of safety occurrences, involving aircraft operating in the Indian airspace into accidents and serious incidents.
It carries out detailed investigations into accidents and also suggests measures to improve safety.
"We are aware of initial reports and are working to gather more information," Boeing said in a statement.
No survivors in flight crash: Police sources
No survivors in Air India flight crash, say police sources to News18
Air India plane crashed into residential quarters of BJ Medical College
The Air India plane bound for London, which lost altitude soon after take- off, crashed into residential quarters of BJ Medical College doctors in Ahmedabad's Meghaninagar area on Thursday, causing severe damage to buildings in the premises, eyewitnesses said.
Several people living in the residential quarters located near the Ahmedabad airport were injured in the crash, they claimed though there was no official confirmation of this.
The plane was flying very low and it crashed into the residential quarters of doctors of the government-run college, an eyewitness, Haresh Shah, told PTI.
"There are several five-floor buildings which serve as residential quarters. Many people in those apartments were injured as the buildings also caught fire," he said.
Another eyewitness said several cars and vehicles parked in the premises also caught fire.
In this image released by @CISFHQrs via X, remains of an Air India plane that crashed moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport, Thursday, June 12, 2025. PTI picture
US embassy issues advisory, urges citizens to contact families
The US Embassy in India issued an advisory, strongly encouraging citizens in the affected areas to monitor local news, follow the emergency instructions provided by local authorities. It urged US citizens in the affected areas who are safe to contact their loved ones directly and/or update their status on social media.
Ahmedabad airport now operational
Hours after the Air India crash, the Ahmedabad Airport is now operational, according to PIB. Airport operations were suspended earlier after the London-bound Air India flight crashed in Ahmedabad.
UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office gives helpline number
British nationals who require consular assistance or have concerns about friends or family should call 020 7008 5000: UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
