Multiple pictures have surfaced showing the crashed Air India plane at a medical college in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad.
The flight, AI171, which was flying from Ahmedabad to London, was carrying 242 passengers and crew members. It crashed shortly after take-off at 1:38 pm on Thursday.
Tata-owned Air India said that 169 Indians, 53 British, 1 Canadian and 7 Portuguese were on board the Boeing 787-8 aircraft.
The pictures showed a part of the aircraft stuck inside the students’ hostel of the BJ Medical College. Pictures also showed some food plates lying on the tables in the hostel canteen with people standing near the damaged wall.
At least five people have reportedly died, and thirty others have been injured at the hostel. Teams of the Central Industrial Security Force and the National Disaster Response Force are among those currently involved in the rescue operations.
Video Shows Moment Air India Plane Crashed In Ahmedabad
A video has surfaced showing the Air India plane flying low and then crashing in a ball of fire shortly after it took off the airport in Ahmedabad.
Other videos showed thick black smoke rising into the sky after the crash.
A “Mayday” distress call was reportedly issued by the pilots minutes before the crash.
Airport operations in Ahmedabad have been temporarily suspended.
A statement by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation said the Air India passenger plane from Ahmedabad to London carrying 242 passengers and crew crashed just moments after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday (June 12, 2025) afternoon.
Air India has shared a dedicated passenger hotline number to provide more details on the Ahmedabad Plane Crash. Those having any queries regarding the Ahmedabad Plane crash can reach out to the authorities at the hotline number – 1800 5691 444.
UK Government shares helpline number
The government of the United Kingdom has shared a passenger helpline number to provide information about the recent accident. In a post on X, the authorities stated, “We are aware of a plane crash in Ahmedabad. The UK is working with local authorities in India to urgently establish the facts and provide support to those involved. British nationals who need consular assistance or have concerns about friends or family should call 020 7008 5000.” (NDTV/ India Today)
