In brief
A Boeing 787 Dreamliner crashes into a medical college, resulting in widespread chaos and tragic loss.
On June 12, 2025, calamity struck in the western Indian state of Gujarat as an Air India passenger plane, bound for London with 242 people onboard, crashed into a medical college’s dining hall in Ahmedabad. Tragically, the crash resulted in the death of at least 204 individuals, making it the most catastrophic aviation disaster in the country since 1996.The horrific incident occurred during lunch, with several medical school students at B.J. Medical College affected, resulting in the loss of at least five students. Minakshi Parikh, the college dean, reported that while many students managed to escape, several were caught in the ensuing fire. Eyewitness videos captured the moment the plane plummeted, followed by a massive fireball once it hit the ground.Smoky debris now fills the site, with images showing the sickening wreckage of the aircraft, including a wing lying dangerously close to the street and the tail protruding from the college building. Firefighters worked tirelessly to extinguish flames while medical professionals at nearby hospitals prepared for an influx of casualties.The streets surrounding the crash site have turned into scenes of sorrow and chaos, with stretchers being rushed to and from hospitals amidst the cries of the grieving community. As details continue to emerge, the devastating impact of this incident has left an indelible mark on Ahmedabad and the nation.
