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Hindustan Times
9 hours ago
- Politics
- Hindustan Times
Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary demands judicial probe into Ahmedabad Air India plane crash: 'They don't use it for fun'
Following the tragic plane crash of Air India flight 171 near Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary said that with privatisation of air travel, there is a need for better safety and security checks in aircraft. The Congress leader also demanded an unbiased judicial probe into the incident. The Congress leader also said that the plane which crashed, a Boeing Dreamliner 787-8, has faced technical problems before. "Today air travel is not just a luxury, but a necessity. People don't use it for fun, but for their work, which has increased the number of passengers too. That is why, with this, we should be paying more attention to the safety and security of aircraft. Dreamliner 787 was already having a technical snag, reportedly. It was also told that in 2024 itself, the technical snags will be fixed," the Congress leader told ANI here. "On one hand, we are privatising air travel and thus we need to pay more attention to the safety. Now, experts will come from America, Europe, the Black Box will be opened, everything will happen. But I want to say that before the incident even happened, if we had been even more careful then could we have prevented this? We need to find that out," Chowdhary said. "There should be an unbiased judicial probe in this matter, and this is my demand to the government," he added. Following the crash, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered enhanced safety inspections on Air India's Boeing 787-8/9 fleet. As a preventive measure, the DGCA has directed Air India to carry out additional maintenance actions on B787-8/9 aircraft equipped with Genx engines with immediate effect, in coordination with the concerned regional DGCA offices. On Thursday, the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating as flight AI 171, was en route to London from Ahmedabad when it crashed shortly after takeoff. There were 242 people on board, including 230 passengers and 12 crew members. There was only one survivor from the crash, identified as Vishwashkumar Ramesh, a British national of Indian origin who sustained injuries and is undergoing treatment. The AAIB has launched a full-scale investigation into the crash, with over 40 staff from the Gujarat State Government joining efforts to support the Ministry of Civil Aviation teams on the ground.
India Gazette
13 hours ago
- Politics
- India Gazette
"Need to pay attention to safety, security of aircraft": Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary on AI 171 crash
New Delhi [India], June 14 (ANI): Following the tragic plane crash of Air India flight 171 near Ahmedabad airport on Thursday, Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhary said that with privatisation of air travel, there is a need for better safety and security checks in aircraft. The Congress leader also demanded an unbiased judicial probe into the incident. The Congress leader also said that the plane which crashed, a Boeing Dreamliner 787-8, has faced technical problems before. 'Today air travel is not just a luxury, but a necessity. People don't use it for fun, but for their work, which has increased the number of passengers too. That is why, with this, we should be paying more attention to the safety and security of aircraft. Dreamliner 787 was already having a technical snag, reportedly. It was also told that in 2024 itself, the technical snags will be fixed,' the Congress leader told ANI here. 'On one hand, we are privatising air travel and thus we need to pay more attention to the safety. Now, experts will come from America, Europe, the Black Box will be opened, everything will happen. But I want to say that before the incident even happened, if we had been even more careful then could we have prevented this? We need to find that out,' Chowdhary said. 'There should be an unbiased judicial probe in this matter, and this is my demand to the government,' he added. Following the crash, Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has ordered enhanced safety inspections on Air India's Boeing 787-8/9 fleet. As a preventive measure, the DGCA has directed Air India to carry out additional maintenance actions on B787-8/9 aircraft equipped with Genx engines with immediate effect, in coordination with the concerned regional DGCA offices. On Thursday, the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, operating as flight AI 171, was en route to London from Ahmedabad when it crashed shortly after takeoff. There were 242 people on board, including 230 passengers and 12 crew members. There was only one survivor from the crash, identified as Vishwashkumar Ramesh, a British national of Indian origin who sustained injuries and is undergoing treatment. The AAIB has launched a full-scale investigation into the crash, with over 40 staff from the Gujarat State Government joining efforts to support the Ministry of Civil Aviation teams on the ground. (ANI)
Time of India
a day ago
- Politics
- Time of India
PM visits AI 171 plane crash site, meets injured victims
Gandhinagar: A day after one of the worst air-tragedies, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday visited the Air India 171 plane crash site in Ahmedabad. He met the injured at the civil hospital, including the lone survivor of the tragedy, and chaired a meeting of top Union and state govt officials. Modi also met bereaved family members of former chief minister Vijay Rupani during his visit to the city. The PM spent about 20 minutes at the site inspecting where the Air India Dreamliner 787 crashed moments after take-off on Thursday afternoon. Union civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu and state minister of state for home Harsh Sanghavi apprised the PM of how the plane crashed into the hostel building and mess of the B J Medical College. The PM was also accompanied by CM Bhupendra Patel, chief secretary Pankaj Joshi, DGP Vikas Sahay and others. Modi met injured victims, including Viswashkumar Ramesh, the lone survivor of the plane crash. The PM was seen interacting with Viswash for a while before visiting the C7 ward of civil hospital where 25 injured persons are being treated. About 50 injured persons are being treated at the C7 and C8 wards of the hospital. The PM spoke to doctors and other medical personnel at the hospital. "We are all devastated by the air tragedy in Ahmedabad. The loss of so many lives in such a sudden and heartbreaking manner is beyond words. Condolences to all the bereaved families. We understand their pain and also know that the void left behind will be felt for years to come. Om Shanti," the PM wrote on his X handle after his visits. Posting pictures of his visit to the crash site and the hospital, the PM said, "The scene of devastation is saddening. Our thoughts remain with those who lost their lives in this unimaginable tragedy." Modi further said, "Met those injured in the aftermath of the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad, including the lone survivor and assured them that we are with them and their families in this tough time. The entire nation is praying for their speedy recovery. " Civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu Kinjarapu said the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) has been tasked with the inquiry into the incident. On Friday, he posted on his X handle, "We are extending every possible support to the affected families. A thorough investigation is underway and all efforts are being made to uncover the cause of the incident." He also posted that the flight data recorder of the ill-fated plane has been recovered and this marks an important step forward in the investigation. The PM also convened a high-level meeting in Ahmedabad with Gujarat CM, central and state ministers and officials of the Union and state govts to review the progress of relief work and investigations. The London-bound aircraft with 242 people on board, including former chief minister Vijay Rupani, crashed moments after taking off from the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday. Follow more information on Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad here . Get real-time live updates on rescue operations and check full list of passengers onboard AI 171 .
News18
a day ago
- Health
- News18
Air India Plane Crash: How Does DNA Identify Victims Without Parents? Forensics Explained
Last Updated: In the Ahmedabad flight crash, authorities are urging immediate relatives to come forward to provide samples so the DNA test process can begin without delay The aftermath of the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad has left the country reeling, not just in grief but in search of answers. At least 241 people onboard the Dreamliner 787 flight have been declared dead, but a new challenge haunts the rescue and recovery teams; the identification of the charred bodies, many of which are burned beyond recognition. With faces melted and identities erased, the only thread connecting the dead to the living now is hidden in their DNA. In such catastrophic accidents, whether it's a plane crash, train derailment, or massive fire, traditional methods of identification like facial features, documents, or personal belongings often fall short. Here, science steps in where sight fails. DNA testing becomes not just a forensic tool, but a last hope for grieving families. But how does this process unfold, especially when close family members are also missing? Every human being carries within their body a unique genetic code – DNA, or deoxyribonucleic acid – a biological fingerprint stored in nearly every cell. This invisible code, extracted even from tiny remains like a fragment of bone or strand of hair, can provide almost certain confirmation of identity when matched with a relative's DNA. Modern laboratories use a technique called Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR) to amplify even trace amounts of DNA. This means that even when the body is unrecognisable and tissues are largely destroyed, remnants – whether in the form of blood, bones, teeth, or even burnt tissue – can be used to extract the genetic material required for matching. The Gold Standard Ahmedabad flight crash, authorities are urging immediate relatives to come forward to provide samples so the process can begin without delay. But what happens when the parents themselves are among the deceased or simply unavailable? The Genetic Web In such cases, the search for identity stretches further across the family tree. Siblings, for instance, share roughly 50% of their DNA and are often the next best option. Known as a sibling test, this comparison can establish identity with moderate certainty. If even siblings are not available, investigators may turn to other blood relatives such as paternal uncles, maternal uncles, or even grandparents. Male victims can sometimes be identified using Y-chromosome DNA, which is passed down from father to son, while both male and female victims carry mitochondrial DNA, inherited exclusively from the mother. However, the farther one moves from immediate family, the more the accuracy drops. Cousins, for instance, share much less DNA, and a match through them is rarely conclusive unless supported by other data. DNA Databases In recent years, DNA databases have become increasingly comprehensive, thanks in part to voluntary submissions for ancestry tracking and law enforcement use. In some rare cases, familial DNA already stored in government or private databases can be used to find partial matches. For example, if a family member has been part of a criminal database or has taken a genetic ancestry test, that data might provide the missing link. What Does The Lab Need? For identification, samples are collected from both the deceased and the potential relative. From the deceased, any biological material – blood, hair, muscle, bone – can serve as a source. From the family, cheek swabs or blood samples are standard. In the lab, scientists analyse genetic markers, and specialised software calculates how closely the profiles match. The results are expressed as a percentage likelihood of relationship. However, if no suitable relatives are found, or if the family DNA isn't present in any known database, the process stalls, and the body may remain unnamed. The Ahmedabad administration has now begun the arduous task of DNA sampling, urging families of missing passengers to come forward. Forensic teams are working around the clock, aware that delays can mean added trauma for families waiting to perform last rites.
Toronto Sun
2 days ago
- Toronto Sun
Passenger films TVs, A/C not working on doomed Air India flight
Air India passenger Akash Vatsa shared videos online of the in-flight entertainment and air conditioning not working one flight prior to the horrific crash that killed at least 240 people in Ahmedabad on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Photo by Akash Vatsa / X An Air India passenger shared stunning video of the doomed plane's TV monitors and air conditioning not working one trip before it crashed on the next flight shortly after takeoff Thursday. There was one survivor of the Ahmedabad crash as at least 240 people died aboard the Boeing aircraft that departed for London Gatwick Airport after 1 p.m. local time. Akash Vatsa said on social media that he was on a previous flight from Delhi to Ahmedabad and showed proof by sharing his Air India boarding pass online. 'I was in the same damn flight 2 hours before it took off from AMD,' Vatsa wrote on the X platform alongside photos of the Dreamliner 787 and videos of the conditions inside the plane. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada. Unlimited online access to articles from across Canada with one account. Get exclusive access to the Toronto Sun ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition that you can share, download and comment on. Enjoy insights and behind-the-scenes analysis from our award-winning journalists. Support local journalists and the next generation of journalists. Daily puzzles including the New York Times Crossword. REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLES Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account. Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments. Enjoy additional articles per month. Get email updates from your favourite authors. THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK. Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience. Access articles from across Canada with one account Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments Enjoy additional articles per month Get email updates from your favourite authors Don't have an account? Create Account 🙏❤️🧿JAI SHREE RADHEY KRISHNA JI🧿❤️🙏People who wanted to check the credibility. Here's my boarding pass. Man, why would I firstly record video of the same plane and then post it? There's are negative people are around. — Akash Vatsa (@akku92) June 12, 2025 Vatsa said he noticed 'unusual things' on the flight. 'We are almost about to taxi, but A/C is not working,' he said in one video as some passengers are seen using in-flight magazines to cool themselves off. 'And, as usual, your TV screens are also not working,' he added, as he tapped the monitors and remote. Vatsa said Air India is considered one of the worst airlines in the world for passenger comfort and in-flight entertainment. He flipped his camera's video onto himself to point out that he was 'sweating like hell.' 'I don't know why I booked this flight again,' the exasperated passenger said. Vatsa told India's NDTV that, because the flight number was changed, 'passengers with a connecting flight to London had to deboard, come to the departure gate and had to board again.' Shortly after takeoff, videos taken from CCTV cameras and shared online show the plane began to slowly descend until it crashed into a medical college building and exploded into a ball of fire. Read More World Toronto Blue Jays World Toronto & GTA Celebrity
