Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani Feared Onboard Crashed Air India Flight

Air India flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to London crashed shortly after takeoff at 1:38 PM near Meghani Nagar.

Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani is feared to have been onboard; his status remains unknown.

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Rupani was reportedly listed as the 12th passenger in Business Class, traveling to the UK to bring back his wife.

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Gujarat BJP spokesperson confirmed Rupani’s travel plans but couldn’t verify if he boarded the flight.

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Visuals from Rupani’s Rajkot home showed anxiety and concern among neighbors.

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Former minister Bhupendrasinh Chudasama rushed to his residence for updates.

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The Boeing 787 Dreamliner was carrying 242 people—230 passengers and 12 crew members.

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At least 50 bodies have been recovered; many injured have been taken to Civil Hospital.

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All flights at Ahmedabad Airport have been suspended until further notice.

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Emergency helplines have been issued: Air India - 1800 5691 444; Police - 079-25620359.

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Air India Flight Crashes in Ahmedabad: What We Know So Far

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