In an unimaginable tragedy that has stunned the nation and the world, an Air India flight carrying 242 people, including 232 passengers and 10 crew members, crashed near Ahmedabad airport while taking off for London at 1:17 PM on Thursday. Among those on board were 169 Indian nationals, along with British, Portuguese, and Canadian passengers.
Eyewitnesses reported thick plumes of smoke rising from the crash site in Dharpur near the Meghaninagar area, with fire brigades and emergency response teams swiftly dispatched to manage the disaster. As of now, over 200 lives are feared lost, with authorities working urgently to investigate the cause of this harrowing accident.
The immediate responses from the highest levels of government reflect the gravity of this calamity. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has directed Home Minister Amit Shah and Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu to travel to Ahmedabad, ensuring that all necessary relief measures and support are extended to the victims and their families. Additionally, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has been engaged in coordinating local efforts, demonstrating a united front in this time of crisis.
The women’s cricket community poured in their condolences. The sporting fraternity, known for its spirit of resilience and unity, has joined the nation in mourning. Several women cricketers have publicly expressed their sorrow and solidarity.
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