A massive tragedy struck Ahmedabad, India, on June 12, 2025, when an Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in the deaths of more than 240 people. This horrifying incident is now being described as the world’s worst aviation disaster in the last ten years.
The ill-fated flight was on its way to Gatwick Airport near London, carrying 242 passengers and crew members. Moments after taking off from Ahmedabad International Airport, the plane experienced technical difficulties that led to a sudden loss of control. In a tragic turn of events, the aircraft crashed directly into a medical college hostel located near the airport. To make matters worse, the crash happened during lunch hour, causing additional fatalities among the students and staff present in the hostel building at that time.
Eyewitnesses described the scene as terrifying, with huge explosions, thick smoke, and cries for help coming from the wreckage. Fire brigades, NDRF teams, and local police were immediately deployed to carry out rescue and relief operations. After hours of effort, only one survivor was rescued alive from the debris, but their condition remains extremely critical.
Authorities suspect that a technical malfunction in the aircraft’s engine could be the cause of the crash, although a detailed investigation is underway. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has initiated a full-scale probe to determine exactly what led to this devastating accident.
Families of the passengers have been informed, and helpline numbers have been set up for those seeking information about their loved ones. The Prime Minister of India and other senior leaders have expressed deep sorrow over this national tragedy, promising complete support to the affected families and a thorough investigation to prevent such disasters in the future.
Globally, leaders and aviation experts have reacted with shock, expressing condolences and calling for urgent reviews of aviation safety measures. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner is generally considered a safe and advanced aircraft, making this crash even more alarming for the global aviation community.
As the nation mourns this devastating loss, rescue efforts and investigations continue. More updates will follow as authorities release further details about the tragic Ahmedabad plane crash.
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