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MEA expresses sorrow over Air India crash
Air India's AI-171, flying from Ahmedabad to London, crashed just minutes after takeoff on Thursday. The plane was carrying 242 people, including passengers from India, the UK, and Canada. The Ministry of External Affairs called it a "tragic accident" and shared condolences with everyone affected.
Civil Aviation Minister visits crash site
The plane crashed into a doctor's hostel soon after leaving the airport. Emergency teams—over 200 personnel from CRPF and NDRF—rushed in for rescue efforts. Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu visited the site to oversee operations. An investigation is underway, and officials say more details will be shared as they learn more. The MEA has promised support for families during this difficult time.