A devastating plane crash occurred in Ahmedabad, Gujarat, when an Air India aircraft collided with the dining area of a medical hostel. The incident took place while many medical interns were having their meals inside the hostel belonging to the government-run B.J. Medical College. Eyewitnesses reported that a part of the aircraft became lodged on the roof of the building. Rescue workers have confirmed that approximately 30 to 35 bodies have been retrieved from the site, with several individuals still trapped under the debris.
According to Dhananjay Dwivedi, the Additional Secretary of the Gujarat Health and Family Welfare Department, the area near the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital includes student hostels, staff quarters, and other residential facilities. Residents in the vicinity were also injured. Approximately 50 injured individuals have been transported to Ahmedabad Civil Hospital for treatment.
The crash ignited a fire, resulting in thick smoke that blackened the hostel structure. The scene is described as resembling a war zone, with devastation and debris scattered everywhere. Many doctors have been reported injured, and they are currently receiving medical attention at the hospital.
Dwivedi announced that DNA testing arrangements have been made at B.J. Medical College. Families of the deceased and close relatives, particularly parents and children, are urged to submit their samples at the site for identification of their loved ones. For those with inquiries regarding passengers and other injured individuals brought to the Civil Hospital, two helplines have been established: 6357373831 and 6357373841.
The tragic event has shocked the community and raised concerns about safety protocols in aviation and emergency preparedness in urban areas. As investigations into the cause of the crash begin, the focus remains on supporting the victims’ families and ensuring that all injured receive the necessary medical care. The government has promised a thorough investigation and has expressed condolences to the families affected by this horrific incident.
In response to the tragedy, various organisations and individuals have started fundraising efforts to support the families of the victims and assist with medical expenses for the injured. The outpouring of support from the community highlights the compassion and solidarity in times of crisis. As more details emerge, the affected families continue to seek answers and justice for their loved ones lost in this calamity.
Leave a Reply