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Jun 13, 2025
Air India crash: Rupani's Kolkata relatives grapple with loss
An Air India Dreamliner crashed just after takeoff from Ahmedabad on Thursday, killing all onboard and five on the ground. Among the victims was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. His family in Kolkata found out through social media, completely unaware he was even on the flight. Relatives now gather to support each other.
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'He was always there for us'
Vijay Rupani led Gujarat as Chief Minister from 2016 to 2021 and was a longtime BJP leader. Despite his political status, he stayed close with family—often visiting Kolkata for get-togethers and treating everyone like immediate relatives. His sudden loss has left both his family and many across Gujarat in shock.