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Jun 16, 2025
Air India Chairman reflects on heartbreaking plane crash
Air India's chairman, Natarajan Chandrasekaran, called the recent Ahmedabad plane crash the most "heartbreaking" crisis he's ever faced.
The tragedy claimed 241 lives, with just one survivor and 29 others affected on the ground.
Air India has announced compensation of ₹1 crore plus an extra ₹25 lakh for each family impacted.
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Airline is bringing in trained caregivers to support grieving families
The airline is bringing in trained caregivers to support grieving families, according to CEO Campbell Wilson.
Air India is also working with authorities to help reunite families quickly.
Chandrasekaran addressed staff, encouraging everyone to stay strong and use this moment to make airline safety even better going forward.