All agencies are working here.”The UK government also responded to the incident, stating: "We are aware of a plane crash in Ahmedabad. "President Droupadi Murmu expressed her condolences on X, saying, "I am deeply distressed to learn about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. "Tata Group announced that it would provide Rs 1 crore as compensation to the family of each person who died in the crash.“With profound sorrow I confirm that Air India flight, AI 171 operating Ahmedabad–London Gatwick was involved in a tragic accident today. Union civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu and Union home minister Amit Shah are on their way to Ahmedabad. It will take some time before we can confirm the exact number of casualties,” said Mohol.Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad, is now operational with limited flights.


Source:   The Times
June 12, 2025 14:36 UTC