The interim compensation began being released from June 20, 2025, with three families having received payments so far, and the remaining claims are being processed.
Air India CEO and MD Campbell Wilson on Thursday said that the flight AI 171, which crashed shortly after taking off in Ahmedabad on June 12, was "well-maintained" and both the aircraft and its engines were regularly monitored, showing no issue before the flight.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Wednesday condemned the idea of observing June 25 as "Samvidhan Hatya Diwas" and said that she objected to the name. She questioned if democracy prevailed in the country under the current government.
In the aftermath of the recent tragic AI 171 plane crash in Ahmedabad, the Civil Hospital has followed important and legal procedures to ensure the respectful and dignified transportation of the victims' mortal remains to their respective hometowns.
Ahead of the first Test of the five-match series at Headingley against England, Team India's vice-captain Rishabh Pant expressed his feelings on the Ahmedabad plane crash, which happened on June 12.
Following the tragic aeroplane crash in Ahmedabad, an extensive post-mortem examination was carried out with exceptional coordination and emergency response. The effort was marked by the swift mobilisation of medical teams in Gujarat and well-organised planning within a crucial timeframe.
Sanghavi praised the ongoing efforts, stating, "...For the last many days, FSL and NFSU teams are tirelessly working round the clock. Till 10:58 pm, 131 patients' DNA have been matched, and in some time, 6 more DNA certificates will be sent to the Civil Hospital..."
UK MP Bob Blackman joined the Haridham congregation to offer prayers for the victims of the Ahmedabad plane crash, mourning the loss of lives, including members of the temple community.
Addressing the media, Dr Joshi stated, "We have matched DNA samples of 119 victims. Of these, 76 mortal remains have already been handed over to their respective families."
"We received a call at around 1.43 pm on June 12. It was a disaster call... We responded from all 19 fire stations... More than 100 fire vehicles were deployed to mitigate this disaster... Four teams were formed for all four buildings... Around 31 people were saved alive during this rescue o
An Air India Express flight from Delhi to Ranchi was diverted back to the national capital shortly after taking off on Monday due to a suspected technical issue.