Siddaramaiah expresses grief over Air India crash

India Jun 12, 2025

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah shared his shock and sadness after an Air India flight crashed soon after taking off from Ahmedabad. Calling it a "very unfortunate" incident, he said he's praying for everyone on board.

Flight had 242 people on board

The flight—Air India AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner—had 242 people on board, including passengers and crew. It sent out a MAYDAY call before crashing in the Meghaninagar area. Rescue teams like the NDRF are at the scene working to help survivors.

UK government issues advisory to its citizens

The UK government has told British nationals to reach out for help if needed. Air India and aviation authorities are investigating what went wrong, as the crash has left many seeking answers regarding safety measures.