Ahmedabad, June 12, 2025 — A tragic incident occurred when Air India Flight AI 171, a Boeing 787‑8 Dreamliner, crashed in and around a medical college shortly after departing from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The flight, bound for London Gatwick.
- Occupants: 244 aboard — 232 passengers and 12 crew
- Passenger breakdown: 169 Indian, 53 British, 7 Portuguese, and 1 Canadian as per Hindustan Times
- Notable passenger: Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was confirmed aboard through many social media accounts.
🔍 Rescue Efforts & Investigation
Emergency teams—including NDRF, fire, and medical units—have been deployed to Meghani Nagar, the residential area where the plane crashed. The DGCA and AAIB have launched formal investigations. Meanwhile, the Civil Aviation Minister confirmed that flights at Ahmedabad Airport remain suspended. Air India has set up an emergency response centre to assist families of affected.
