Ahmedabad Plane Crash Video Emerges: Smoke Fills Sky Amid Widespread Chaos
A harrowing video of the Air India Flight AI171 crash in Ahmedabad’s Meghani Nagar surfaced on social media, capturing thick black smoke billowing into the sky and scenes of chaos on the ground.
A chilling video of Air India Flight AI171’s crash in Ahmedabad’s Meghani Nagar surfaced on social media, capturing a scene of devastation as thick black smoke billowed into the sky. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 passengers and crew, plummeted into the residential area at 1:39 PM IST, minutes after departing Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport. The footage, widely shared on X, reveals the chaos unfolding below, with flames and panic gripping the densely populated neighborhood. Rescue efforts are intensifying as authorities investigate this tragic incident.
Harrowing Footage Captures Tragedy
The viral video, recorded by a local resident, shows a massive plume of smoke rising from the crash site, obscuring the afternoon sky. Screams and the wail of sirens punctuate the scene as residents flee their homes in Meghani Nagar. The aircraft, en route to London Gatwick, issued a MAYDAY call before crashing, suggesting a sudden failure. Debris scattered across the area has damaged homes and vehicles, with fires complicating rescue operations. The clip, viewed millions of times on X, has heightened public concern, with unconfirmed reports suggesting at least 30 fatalities as emergency teams work through the wreckage.
#Watch | Firefighters rush to the spot to douse flames after Air India flight AI 171 crashes moments after take-off in #Ahmedabad.
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Emergency Response in Full Swing
National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and Border Security Force (BSF) teams, supported by seven fire brigades, are battling to extinguish flames and locate survivors. Ambulances have transported dozens to hospitals, with a green corridor established for swift medical access. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel and Union Home Minister Amit Shah are coordinating efforts, while Prime Minister Narendra Modi is en route to Ahmedabad. The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) is probing the crash, focusing on potential mechanical issues or pilot error, with Flightradar24 noting the plane’s signal loss at 08:08:51 UTC.
Community and National Response
The video has sparked an outpouring of grief on X, with users praying for survivors and criticizing aviation safety protocols. Local residents are aiding rescue teams, offering water and shelter. Air India has set up a helpline (1800-258-7575) for families. As investigations continue, the nation mourns, awaiting answers to this devastating tragedy.
