Ahmedabad Police Commissioner’s Heart-Wrenching Statement: 'Looking at the Situation, It's Hard to Say Anyone Survived'

National News:  A devastating plane crash in Gujarat’s Ahmedabad on Thursday claimed the lives of all 242 people onboard Air India’s Flight AI-171. Ahmedabad Police Commissioner G.S. Malik confirmed there were no survivors. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner was en route from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport to London’s Gatwick when it went down just minutes after takeoff, crashing into the Meghani Nagar locality. PM Narendra Modi conveyed heartfelt condolences over the catastrophic crash

Deadly Impact on Residential Area and Medical Hostel

The aircraft, which met with the tragic accident, had 232 passengers and 10 crew members aboard Shortly after takeoff, the plane collided with the hostel building of a medical college. Five students were killed on the ground. Photos from the crash site showed the hostel's dining hall wall completely shattered, with meals left untouched on plates—stark evidence of the sudden and horrifying nature of the impact. Eyewitness footage captured the aircraft striking the ground and erupting into a massive fireball. The plane was loaded with fuel for the long-haul international journey. Aviation analyst Sanjay Lazar explained that the aircraft could not gain enough altitude—pointing to a possible technical failure.

Nationalities Revealed, Swift Rescue Launched

The manifest comprised 169 Indian nationals, 53 UK citizens, 7 Portuguese passengers, and a single Canadian. Within seconds of the impact, dense black smoke engulfed the crash site, underscoring the scale of the catastrophe.Emergency responders were quick to arrive, with close to 20 ambulances dispatched to the scene. Several injured students from the hostel were urgently transported to nearby hospitals. Authorities cordoned off the area and halted traffic to ensure unhindered rescue efforts.

Government's Urgent Response and High-Level Probe

He directed all aviation and emergency response units to act swiftly and in coordination. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) revealed that the aircraft’s captain, Sumeet Sabharwal, had logged over 8,200 flying hours, while First Officer Clive Kundar had 1,100 hours. Early indications suggest the aircraft issued warning signals just before the crash.

Air India Launches Hotline for Families

Air India has launched a dedicated helpline—1800 5691 444—for the families of those onboard to seek updates and support. The airline has assured full support to the investigating agencies. As recovery operations proceed, aviation experts are actively analyzing the incident to uncover the exact cause oThe incident is expected to trigger fresh discussions on aviation safety standards in India and globally. The incident has reignited scrutiny over Boeing’s aircraft reliability. Aviation records show that Boeing aircraft have been involved in over 6,000 accidents leading to approximately 9,000 deaths globally. The Ahmedabad traged