On June 12, 2025, Air India flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner registered VT-ANB, departing from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Ahmedabad for London Gatwick, crashed moments after takeoff. The ill-fated flight carried 230 passengers alongside a pilot, co-pilot, and 10 crew members — totaling 242 souls on board.
Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik reported that rescue teams have recovered 204 bodies so far, with 41 survivors receiving medical treatment at nearby hospitals. The crash site in the Meghani Nagar area was engulfed in thick black smoke and scattered debris immediately following the accident.
Tata Group Pledges Substantial Aid and Support to Victims’ Families
One crore rupees compensation announced for each deceased family; medical care and hostel facilities promised for survivors
In response to the tragedy, the Tata Group swiftly announced a comprehensive relief package for the bereaved families, pledging ₹1 crore as compensation to the kin of each deceased victim. Additionally, the conglomerate committed to covering the medical expenses of the injured and constructing hostel facilities to provide shelter and support.
Authorities continue their extensive search and rescue operations while the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has taken charge of the inquiry to determine the cause of the disaster. The nation mourns deeply as families await further news.
