Air India Boeing 787 Crashes Ahmedabad Killing 241

An Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, killing 241 of the 242 people on board, with only one survivor who managed to escape by jumping out near an emergency exit. The crash resulted in significant devastation, including the plane striking a medical college hostel and bursting into flames, with DNA testing underway to identify many victims who were charred beyond recognition. Among the deceased were diverse nationals, including 53 British, 169 Indian, seven Portuguese, and one Canadian passengers, as well as notable individuals such as former Gujarat chief minister Vijay Rupani and wellness entrepreneur Fiongal Greenlaw and his husband Jamie Meek. Global leaders, including Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Irish Taoiseach Micheál Martin, expressed deep condolences, highlighting the tragedy’s scale and its resonance with the anniversary of the 1985 Air India flight 182 disaster. The crash has prompted widespread mourning and reflections on the trauma associated with such aviation disasters, emphasizing the interconnectedness of the world through travel. Investigations and rescue efforts continue as authorities work to understand the cause and support the victims’ families.