Gujarat plane crash: Air India establishes passenger hotline
Air India Flight AI171, heading from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed just five minutes after takeoff on June 12, 2025. The Boeing 787-8 was carrying 232 passengers and 10 crew when it went down near the Meghani area, sparking a major fire and leaving the city in shock.
Firefighters struggled to control the flames
The plane crashed near a residential area and caught fire because of its heavy fuel load, making rescue efforts tough. At least 40 people lost their lives, and several others were injured and rushed to hospitals. Firefighters struggled to control the flames so emergency teams could reach survivors.
Air India has set up a dedicated hotline
Air India has set up a dedicated hotline (1800 5691 444) for families needing support or information. Investigators are now working round-the-clock to find out what led to this tragic accident.