The son of a woman who tragically died in the Air India plane crash, Miten Patel, recently shared a shocking revelation with the BBC. He stated that when the remains of his mother, Shobhana Patel, were returned to the UK, the casket contained other remains, not just hers. With both his parents lost in the disaster, Miten expressed his distress, saying, "How many others are in there?"
Reports have emerged indicating a potential mix-up in bodies sent back to the UK. This follows the crash that claimed 260 lives shortly after take-off on June 12. India's foreign ministry reassured the public that all remains were treated with utmost care and professionalism, and they're collaborating with UK officials to resolve these alarming concerns.
Ashok and Shobhana Patel were on their way to visit family when their flight tragically ended in Ahmedabad. Miten acknowledged the human element in such mistakes, stating it was "obviously very upsetting," but stressed the need for accountability in ensuring accurate body identification.
Media outlets such as the Daily Mail have cited multiple instances of wrong remains being sent to grieving families, including one case where a family reportedly received an entirely different body. The foreign ministry confirmed they are working closely with the UK authorities to address these issues while maintaining their commitment to professionalism in handling the deceased.
