Ahmedabad Plane Crash / One person was found alive in Air India plane crash, 242 people were on board

Speaking to ANI over phone, Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik said, "Police found a survivor on seat 11A. The person has been found in a hospital and is undergoing treatment. There is no word on the number of deaths as of now. The death toll could rise as the plane crashed in a residential area."

Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Speaking to ANI over phone, Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik said, "Police found a survivor on seat 11A. The person has been found in a hospital and is undergoing treatment. There is no word on the number of deaths as of now. The death toll could rise as the plane crashed in a residential area."

On Thursday afternoon, Gujarat's capital Ahmedabad witnessed a horrific tragedy when Air India's Dreamliner aircraft AI-171 crashed just 9 minutes after takeoff. The plane, which was headed for London's Gatwick Airport, took off from Ahmedabad Airport at 1:48 pm, but at 1:57 pm, it crashed near Meghaninagar area at an altitude of just 625 feet.

The plane turned into a fireball

The accident took place in Meghaninagar, located near Ahmedabad Horse Camp, which is an area adjacent to Civil Hospital and BJ Medical College. According to eyewitnesses, the plane fell directly on the roof of the college hostel, where many students were present in the canteen as it was afternoon. With the crash, the plane turned into a fireball, which also engulfed the surrounding buildings. 20 medical students are feared dead in the accident, although administrative confirmation is yet to be made.

No one survived - AP

A sad news is coming out about the plane crash incident in Ahmedabad. According to the information, no one on board the Air India plane survived. The Ahmedabad Commissioner has informed that all 242 people on board the plane have died.

Former Chief Minister Rupani was also on board the plane

There were a total of 242 passengers on board the plane, including 2 pilots and 10 crew members. Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani also left for London on the same flight. According to initial reports, there is little chance of anyone surviving. AP's report has confirmed that no one survived.

Army, Air Force and NDRF engaged in rescue work

Immediately after the accident, teams of Army, Air Force and NDRF reached the spot and relief and rescue work was started. A large number of injured people have been admitted to the Civil Hospital, where an emergency alert has been issued. The accident site has been completely sealed.

Reactions of leaders

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed deep grief over the accident and tweeted, "The tragedy in Ahmedabad has shocked and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. My condolences are with all those affected by it."

Home Minister Amit Shah has also left for Ahmedabad from Delhi immediately. At the same time, President Draupadi Murmu also expressed grief over the accident and called it a "heartbreaking moment for the nation".

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and Rahul Gandhi have also expressed deep grief over the accident. Rahul Gandhi said, "Every life matters, every second matters. The administration should take quick and effective steps."

Airline service partially restored

After gaining control over the situation, the Civil Aviation Ministry has informed that Ahmedabad Airport has been reopened for flight operations from 4:05 pm. All safety protocols are being strictly followed.

Investigation begins, search for black box

A joint team of DGCA and Air India is present at the spot to investigate this accident. Efforts are being made to find the black box of the aircraft, so that the real cause of the accident can be known.