Ahmedabad, June 12:
Tragedy struck on Thursday when Air India flight AI 171, operating from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff. The Boeing 787-8 aircraft was carrying a total of 242 passengers and crew members.
According to an official statement issued by Air India on social media platform X, the flight had departed from Ahmedabad at 13:38 hours. Onboard were 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, one Canadian, and seven Portuguese citizens.
“The injured are being shifted to the nearest hospitals for immediate medical attention,” the airline confirmed.
Air India has also activated an emergency helpline for families and relatives of the passengers. “We have set up a dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444 to provide updates and assistance,” the airline stated.
The carrier added that it is fully cooperating with investigating authorities to determine the cause of the crash and has assured all possible support to affected families.
Further updates are awaited as rescue and relief operations continue.
