Ahmedabad, India — A devastating aircraft crash claimed the lives of 241 individuals shortly after takeoff from an airport in western India, leaving one survivor. In the wake of this tragedy, Air India has announced immediate compensation measures for the families of the deceased passengers.
The ill-fated flight, bound for London’s Heathrow Airport, was carrying 242 people, including 53 British citizens, 169 Indian nationals, seven Portuguese travelers, and one Canadian. The crash occurred on June 12, devastating families and communities connected to the victims.
Natarajan Chandrasekaran, chairman of the Tata Group, which owns Air India, expressed profound sorrow over the incident. In a statement, he conveyed the airline’s condolences to the bereaved families, stating, “No words can adequately express the grief we feel at this moment.” He revealed that the airline would offer ₹1 crore (approximately $116,000) to each family that lost a loved one in the crash. Air India also committed to covering medical expenses for the injured and to providing support for reconstructing local medical facilities.
Although some have expressed surprise at Air India’s swift response, legal expert Sarah Stewart explained that such offers of early compensation are not uncommon in aviation disasters. Stewart noted that families might struggle with the concept of accepting compensation while still grappling with their grief. “When the time is right, they will want to seek specialist legal advice before accepting any offer,” she said, highlighting that premature acceptance could limit their rights as investigations continue.
The tragedy has prompted international attention, with various world leaders offering condolences. British Prime Minister Keir Starmer described the images emerging from the crash site as “devastating.” He indicated that he was being kept informed about the ongoing situation and extended his thoughts to the affected families.
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited the crash site and expressed his sorrow on social media. He remarked that the scene was “saddening” and described the loss of life as “beyond words.” Modi also reassured families that the nation shares in their grief, recognizing the long-term impact of such a tragedy.
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a 40-year-old British national, is the sole survivor of the accident.
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