PM Modi to visit Ahmedabad crash site today to honor victims, oversees relief

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit the site of a tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, today, where an Air India flight bound for London crashed yesterday, June 12, 2025. The devastating incident claimed 241 lives, leaving only one survivor, and has left the nation in shock. The crash occurred shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad’s airport, with the aircraft plummeting into a residential area near a medical college, causing significant damage to nearby structures.

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PM Modi will inspect the crash site in Meghani Nagar and meet with officials to assess the ongoing rescue and relief operations. Over 250 security personnel have been deployed to ensure the visit proceeds smoothly, with comprehensive security measures in place. The Prime Minister expressed his condolences via his X account, stating, “The Ahmedabad tragedy has left us stunned and deeply saddened. My thoughts are with those affected, and I am in touch with authorities to ensure aid reaches the victims.”

Union Home Minister Amit Shah also visited the site yesterday to oversee initial response efforts. The crash, involving Air India flight AI-171 carrying 242 passengers, including 169 Indians and 53 British nationals, has prompted calls for a thorough investigation into its cause. The nation mourns as authorities work to support the victims’ families and investigate the circumstances of this catastrophic event.