Ahmedabad plane crash: Global diplomatic outreach

India Jun 13, 2025

A Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashed just after takeoff from Ahmedabad on its way to London, leaving 265 people dead. Most of those on board were Indians, but the victims also included British, Portuguese, and Canadian nationals. The crash is the country's worst air disaster in recent times and has left families across several countries grieving.

Jaishankar spoke with counterparts in UK, Portugal, Canada

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar spoke with his counterparts in the UK, Portugal, and Canada to share condolences and offer help. Air India confirmed that only one person survived and is currently being treated for injuries. Jaishankar posted about India's readiness to assist on social media, highlighting how this tragedy has brought together people from around the world.