People were caught on video running away from the accident scene in Ahmedabad after a passenger plane crashed soon after takeoff.
Terrifying footage has emerged showing residents fleeing the area near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport after an Air India flight crashed during takeoff on Thursday afternoon. The aircraft, identified as flight AI-171 en route to London, carried 242 passengers and crew members when the disaster occurred.
People Run Away In Ahmedabad After Plane Crash
Video recordings from Meghaninagar, adjacent to the airport, depict chaotic scenes with pedestrians and motorists rushing away from the disaster zone. The visuals, shared by news agencies, show thick black smoke billowing in the background as emergency sirens wail. Among the fleeing crowd, even a frightened dog can be seen scrambling to safety.
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Authorities confirmed the immediate deployment of three National Disaster Response Force teams to the crash location. Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel visited Asarwa Civil Hospital where injured survivors are receiving treatment. Firefighters battled intense flames at the wreckage site near a medical professionals’ hostel.
VIDEO | Ahmedabad Air Crash: Visuals show people running away moments after the Air India flight AI-171 crashed after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport.
The Boeing aircraft, which could be seen losing altitude quickly, crashed in Meghaninagar area near the Ahmedabad… pic.twitter.com/oBOmc3rFDr
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 12, 2025
Passenger Details and Support Systems
Air India released a passenger manifest revealing the diverse nationalities aboard the Boeing 787-8 aircraft:
- 169 Indian citizens
- 53 British nationals
- 1 Canadian passenger
- 7 Portuguese travelers
The airline has established a 24/7 helpline (+1800 5691 444) for concerned family members seeking information about their loved ones.
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Official Statements on the Tragedy
A senior police official provided an update: “Our teams reached the crash site within minutes of receiving alerts. Approximately 70-80% of the affected area has been secured, with multiple agencies coordinating rescue operations.” Aviation authorities have begun investigating the cause of the accident while recovery efforts continue.
This developing story continues to unfold as officials work to determine the exact sequence of events that led to this tragic aviation incident.