It has been revealed that four families and a former India Minister are amoung the victims of the Indian plane crash that claimed the lives of 240 people.
Air India has confirmed a catastrophic loss of life after flight AI171, bound for London Gatwick, crashed moments after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner carried 242 passengers and crew representing multiple nationalities: 169 Indian citizens, 53 British nationals, 7 Portuguese travellers, and 1 Canadian passenger.
Authorities report the densely populated crash site likely resulted in additional ground casualties. Only one passenger, British national Vishwashkumar Ramesh, survived with injuries requiring hospitalisation.
Four Families Die In The Indian Plane Crash
The Nanabawa Family
Gloucester’s Muslim community mourns the loss of Akeel Nanabawa, his wife Hannaa Vorajee, and their 4-year-old daughter Sara. The family was returning from a surprise visit to India when tragedy struck.
The Taju Family
London residents Adam (72) and Hasina Taju (70) perished alongside their son-in-law Altafhusen Patel (51). Granddaughter Ammaarah Taju expressed profound shock at her family’s Blackburn home while relatives gathered in London awaiting official updates.
Greenlaw-Meek Couple
Fiongal and Jamie Greenlaw-Meek, owners of a London spiritual wellness centre, documented their journey in a final Instagram post showing them laughing at Ahmedabad airport before boarding the ill-fated flight.
The Syed Family
West London residents Javed and Mariam Syed were travelling with their two young children. Mrs. Syed worked at Harrods while her husband was employed at a local hotel.
Notable Figures Among Victims
Vijay Rupani
India’s Civil Aviation Minister confirmed the death of Vijay Rupani, former Chief Minister of Gujarat state (2016-2021) and prominent BJP party member.
Cabin Crew Member Singson
Flight attendant Singson’s family gathered at Ahmedabad’s Civil Hospital seeking information. Her cousin described her as the sole provider for her mother and brother.
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Brothers Separated by Fate
While Vishwashkumar Ramesh survived, his brother Ajay Kumar Ramesh remains unaccounted for. Family members report receiving a call from the survivor but no information about his sibling.
Ongoing Investigation
Authorities continue investigating the crash that occurred within 30 seconds of takeoff. Verified video footage shows the aircraft descending rapidly before impact as aviation experts work to determine the cause of this tragedy.
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