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Indian Express
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Indian Express
Gujarat business leaders, family members killed in plane crash
THREE members of the Nanda family — founder of Cargo Motors Group, Pramukh Pravesh Nanda his wife Neha Pramukh Nanda and their younger son Prayash Pramukh Nanda, were onboard the London-bound Air India flight AI171 which crashed in Ahmedabad's Meghaninagar area Thursday minutes after taking off. The family of Pramukh Pravesh Nanda, a key figure in Gujarat's automobile and transport sectors and well known in the state's business circles, were heading to London to attend the convocation of their elder son Prayas, which was scheduled on June 16. 'So far, we have not received any information on them, whatever is coming is in bits and pieces. We are clueless like everyone else, praying and waiting for some concrete news on the passengers,' Vikram Gujral, director of Cargo Motors and maternal uncle of Pramukh's father Pravesh Nanda, told The Indian Express. After it was founded in 1959, the company has been leading in the automobile and transport sectors. Presently operational in Delhi, Gujarat, Punjab and Rajasthan, Cargo Motors runs over 70 sales outlets and 30 workshops. Subhashchandra Amin, the founder of Lubi Pumps was also on way to London on the ill-fated flight. Sources close to the company have confirmed that Subhashchandra was on the flight and was accompanied by a female member of the family, A Amin but did not give any details. Lubi Pumps, a prominent name, has now diversified into several industries including valves, solar, EV solutions and fire and electrical panels.
Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
Tata Motors' primary dealer's key member Pramukh Nanda among 242 dead in Air India crash
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on June 12, 2025, 18:01 IST Prominent Gujarat-based businessman Pramukh Nanda, key director of Cargo Motors Group, is among the 242 people feared dead in the Air India flight AI171 crash that occurred shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on Wednesday. The devastating incident, involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, was en route to London Gatwick when it issued a MAYDAY call and plunged near the Meghaninagar locality, just outside the airport perimeter. A leaked passenger manifest confirms the presence of three members of the Nanda family onboard: Pramukh Pravesh Nanda, Neha Pramukh Nanda, and Prayash Pramukh Nanda. Although final confirmations are awaited from the authorities, the names have been widely reported and match those of the Cargo Motors leadership family. Cargo Motors is a key dealer and service provider for Tata Motors' commercial vehicles, including trucks and buses, and plays a significant role in after-sales and maintenance across western India. As per DGCA inputs, the aircraft departed Ahmedabad's Runway 23 at 1:39 PM IST and made a distress call moments later. There were 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, 1 Canadian, and 7 Portuguese citizens onboard. No survivors have been reported, as confirmed by Ahmedabad Police Commissioner G.S. Malik to the Associated Press, who also noted that some local casualties occurred as the aircraft crashed into a residential area. Ahmedabad Police Commissioner G.S. Malik confirmed to the Associated Press that 'there appear to be no survivors.' Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
Business Upturn
3 days ago
- Business
- Business Upturn
Ahmedabad Air India Plane Crash: Cargo Motors group founder Pramukh Nanda and family reportedly were on the Air India flight
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on June 12, 2025, 15:55 IST As authorities work to confirm the identities of those on board Air India flight AI171, which crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad on Wednesday, early reports now indicate that the founder of Cargo Motors Group, Pramukh Nanda, along with his family, was among the passengers. A leaked passenger list reveals the names 'Neha Pramukh Nanda,' 'Pramukh Pravesh Nanda,' and 'Prayash Pramukh Nanda,' confirming that three members of the Nanda family were indeed traveling on the Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The flight, operating on the Ahmedabad–London Gatwick route, had 242 people on board, including 169 Indian nationals and 53 British nationals. The aircraft, registered VT-ANB, departed from Runway 23 at 1:39 PM IST and issued a MAYDAY call shortly after takeoff, according to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). The flight reportedly crashed near the Meghaninagar locality, just outside the airport perimeter. Pramukh Nanda is a known figure in Gujarat's automotive and business landscape. The Cargo Motors Group is among the most prominent auto dealerships and transport solution providers in western India. As of now, there is no official confirmation on the condition of the passengers, and rescue operations are ongoing. Authorities are expected to make formal identifications once families are informed and protocols are completed. Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
