Gautam Adani Offers Support After Air India Flight AI171 Crashes Near Ahmedabad Airport, 242 Onboard
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Ahmedabad: In a tragic turn of events, Air India Flight AI171, en route from Ahmedabad to London, crashed near the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport (SVPIA) on Thursday afternoon, with 242 passengers and crew members on board. Industrialist Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group, expressed deep sorrow and pledged immediate assistance to the affected families.
The crash has plunged the nation into grief, triggering massive rescue operations and a temporary suspension of all flight services at SVPIA.
Gautam Adani Responds: “Our Hearts Go Out to the Families”
Taking to the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), Gautam Adani shared a heartfelt message, expressing solidarity with the victims' families.
“We are shocked and deeply saddened by the tragedy of Air India Flight 171. Our hearts go out to the families who have suffered an unimaginable loss,” he posted.
He further added, “We are working closely with all authorities and extending full support to the families on the ground.”
The Adani Group, which manages several airports across India including SVPIA, has mobilized its resources to assist rescue efforts and support grieving families.
Flight Details and Nationalities of Passengers
According to an official Air India statement, Flight AI171 departed from Ahmedabad at 13:38 IST aboard a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. A total of 242 individuals were on board, including crew.
The breakdown of nationalities is as follows:
- 169 Indian nationals
- 53 British nationals
- 7 Portuguese nationals
- 1 Canadian national
The airline confirmed that injured passengers are being transported to nearby hospitals for emergency medical care. The exact number of casualties and survivors is yet to be officially confirmed.
SVPIA Temporarily Suspends Operations
In response to the crash, the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport has suspended all inbound and outbound flights until further notice.
“All flight operations are temporarily suspended. Passengers are advised to contact their respective airlines before heading to the airport,” said an SVPIA spokesperson.
The airport authority has urged public cooperation and patience as emergency teams work on-site to handle the evolving situation. Roads surrounding the airport have been sealed off to facilitate the uninterrupted movement of rescue vehicles and emergency responders.
Civil Aviation Minister Rushes to Ahmedabad
Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu, who was attending the NDA government’s first anniversary event in Vijayawada, rushed to Ahmedabad upon receiving the devastating news. Sources say the minister is monitoring the situation closely and will hold an emergency meeting with local authorities and Air India officials.
A Nation in Shock
As news of the crash spread, social media platforms were flooded with condolences, prayers, and demands for a thorough investigation. Many citizens and public figures have called for heightened aviation safety protocols and accountability.
This crash comes at a time when India has been focusing on modernizing aviation infrastructure, raising questions about technical preparedness and crisis response mechanisms.
Investigation and Rescue Efforts Underway
Multiple rescue and relief agencies, including NDRF, CISF, local fire brigades, and medical teams, are operating around the clock to recover survivors and stabilize the area. Black box retrieval and preliminary crash site investigation by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) are expected to begin shortly.
Updates to Follow
TheTrendingPeople.com will continue to monitor and report live updates on:
- Casualty figures
- Rescue status
- Official statements from Air India, DGCA, and government agencies
- Passenger list (when released)
- Cause of crash (upon investigation)
Our heartfelt condolences to the families and loved ones affected by this unimaginable tragedy.