Ahmedabad tragedy: Ex-CM Vijay Rupani among air crash victims
Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was among 242 people killed when an Air India Boeing 787 crashed near Ahmedabad just five minutes after takeoff on Friday. The flight, headed to London, issued a MAYDAY call before going down. With Vijay Rupani and other notable figures on board, the news has left many across the country shocked and saddened.
Rupani's political journey
Rupani served as Gujarat's Chief Minister from 2016 to 2021 and was known for focusing on economic growth and social programs. Starting his political journey with Jan Sangh in 1971, he later joined the BJP and held roles like MLA, Rajya Sabha member, and Mayor of Rajkot. His leadership left a mark on Gujarat's development.
Indian leaders who lost their lives in air tragedies
Rupani's passing adds to a list of Indian leaders lost in air tragedies—like Balwantrai Mehta (1965), YSR Reddy (2009), and Dorjee Khandu (2011)—reminding us that even prominent figures face risks while traveling.