Ahmedabad | June 12, 2025 , news views post—
In a devastating incident that has shaken the nation, an Air India Dreamliner aircraft crashed just minutes after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad. The aircraft reportedly fell onto the mess building of the BJ Medical College boys’ hostel around 10:14 AM, triggering massive chaos and panic in the area.
Eyewitnesses describe a terrifying scene as the aircraft lost altitude shortly after lifting off, veered off-course, and plunged into the hostel premises. Several students were present in the mess at the time of the crash, leading to fears of multiple casualties.
Preliminary Details:
Flight No.: AI-215
Route: Ahmedabad to Delhi
Aircraft: Boeing 787 Dreamliner
Takeoff Time: 10:07 AM
Crash Time: Approx. 10:14 AM
Crash Site: BJ Medical College Hostel Mess
Fatalities (unconfirmed): Estimated 20+ including passengers and students
Injured: Over 40, many critically
Official Statement:
Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia has expressed deep concern over the crash and stated that a high-level inquiry has been ordered. Rescue and relief teams from NDRF, SDRF, and fire services are carrying out operations on war footing. Medical teams from Civil Hospital and other nearby facilities have been mobilized.
Passenger Manifest (as per airport sources):
Sr. No. Name Age Gender Remarks
1 Rajiv Malhotra 45 Male Business traveler
2 Meena Sahu 32 Female Traveling with son
3 Aarav Sahu 6 Male Minor
4 Dr. Zubair Sheikh 58 Male Scientist, ISRO
5 Reema Joshi 28 Female Software engineer
6 Father Thomas D’Souza 61 Male Returning from visit
7 Harpreet Singh Gill 39 Male IT professional
8 Sanya Bhatnagar 25 Female Student
9 Ankit Rana 34 Male Pilot (off-duty)
10 Mohanlal Bhatt 70 Male Senior citizen
Note: This list includes only 10 of the 64 total passengers. Full list awaited from Air India.
Impact on Ground:
The BJ Medical College administration has confirmed that at least 12 students were present in the mess hall at the time of impact. Emergency contact numbers have been issued for families seeking information about loved ones.
Helpline Numbers:
Air India Helpline: 1800-180-1407
Ahmedabad District Control Room: 079-2550-1234
Civil Hospital Emergency Desk: 079-2268-1100
Political Reactions:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who hails from Gujarat, has expressed profound grief and assured all possible help. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel has rushed to the site and is monitoring the rescue efforts personally.
Investigation Begins:
The DGCA (Directorate General of Civil Aviation) and AAIB (Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau) have jointly initiated a probe. Black box retrieval and technical inspection are underway.
