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Time of India
2 days ago
- Time of India
Gujarat plane crash: It was to be a reunion in UK. Now, Vasad joint family mourns loss of 3 members
Rajnikant Patel with his wife Divya (centre) and sister-in-law Hemangini VADODARA: Rajnikant Patel (58) and his wife Divya Patel (54) were headed to the UK on a special trip. They were going to cheer their daughter Dhvani at her convocation at Middlesex University on June 23. Members of a joint family from Vasad in Gujarat's Anand district, they had boarded the Dreamliner from Ahmedabadaccompanied by Rajnikant's sister-in-law Hemangini Patel (58). But what was meant to be a moment of pride and celebration turned into a nightmare as all three lost their lives in Thursday's crash. "My cousin Dhvani is in East London. We were all so excited that she was going to receive her MBA degree. It was supposed to be a family reunion. Instead, I'm now planning funerals," said Parth Patel, Hemangini's son, struggling to hold back tears. The Patels, owners of the Krishna Riverside Resort in Vasad, were a tight-knit family known for their warmth and hospitality. Their home was always bustling with relatives and guests, with laughter and happy chatter ringing all around. But now, the house stands eerily quiet. For Parth, the cruel blow comes within a year of losing his father, Arun Patel, to a heart attack. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Eat 1 Teaspoon Every Night, See What Happens A Week Later [Video] getfittoday Undo "And now, I've lost my mother, uncle and aunt in one stroke," said Parth. Apart from his wife and daughter, only his cousin remains from what was once a vibrant family unit. The pain has been compounded by the wait to identify the deceased. "We're waiting for our paternal aunt to arrive from the US, as her DNA sample can confirm my uncle's identity," said Parth. The Patels were well-respected in Vasad. "Rajnikant wasn't just my neighbour, he was a dear friend. His death is a deeply personal loss," said Anand MP Mitesh Patel, who visited the grieving family on Friday along with Kheda MP Devusinh Chauhan.
News18
2 days ago
- General
- News18
Gujarat Parents Rescheduled Flight To Surprise Daughter In UK, Killed In Ahmedabad Plane Crash
Last Updated: Dhavni Patel's parents and aunt wanted to surprise her by rescheduling their flights earlier than expected on the ill-fated day of the Ahmedabad plane crash. In heartbreaking news, a couple from Gujarat, who wanted to surprise their daughter studying in London, were among the 241 people who died in the Ahmedabad plane crash on Thursday. Dhavni Patel's parents and aunt wanted to surprise her by attending her convocation ceremony, earlier than their expected visit. However, what could have been a joyous family gathering ended in tragedy instead after the devastating plane crash. Rajnikant Patel and Divyaben Rajnikant, along with Dhavni's aunt, had earlier planned to travel on June 17, but they moved their plans to surprise their daughter and spend more time with her, according to a report by NDTV. Dhavni found out about the tragedy in the UK just as another member of the family, Parth Patel, lost her mother Hemangi Ben in the devastating crash in Ahmedabad, mere months after his father died. Anand MP Mitesh Patel, a friend of Rajnikant Patel, visited their home to offer his condolences to Parth. Their experience is one of numerous heartbreaking accounts from families who lost loved ones in the passenger jet tragedy. A total of 241 of the 242 passengers on board and 10 from the BJ Medical College hostel are among the at least 265 killed in the Ahmedabad Air India (AI) plane crash on Thursday afternoon. While the Gujarat government is yet to confirm, the remaining casualties are suspected to be local residents in the vicinity of the hostel at the time of the crash. The London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner plane crashed within minutes of take-off hitting the mess building of BJ Medical College Civil Hospital and the Atulyam Hostel, where senior residents doctors stayed. Among the confirmed fatalities from the aircraft was Vijay Rupani, the former chief minister of Gujarat (2016-2021), who was reportedly en route to London to meet his family. However, amidst the tragedy, a miracle emerged: Ramesh Viswashkumar, approximately 40 years old, was confirmed as the sole survivor. First Published:
NDTV
2 days ago
- Politics
- NDTV
They Wanted To Surprise Daughter In UK. She Got News Of Their Death In Ahmedabad Crash
Her parents had planned to surprise her by flying to London earlier than they were expected to. But, only the news of their death in the Ahmedabad plane crash reached her. At least 251 people on board and on the ground were killed when the Air India 787-8 Dreamliner smashed into a doctors' hostel soon after takeoff on Thursday. Just one passenger miraculously survived the giant fireball. Dhavni Patel's parents and aunt were travelling from Gujarat's Vasad to London to attend her convocation ceremony. But what could have been a joyous family get-together turned into a tragedy. Her parents, Rajnikant Patel and Divyaben Rajnikant, and her maternal aunt Hemangi Ben had plans to travel on June 17, but they moved their travel dates to surprise the 21-year-old and spend more time with her. As the news of the tragedy reached Dhavni, a nightmare unfolded for another member of the family. Hemangi Ben's son Parth Patel lost her mother in the crash just eight months after his father died. Anand MP Mitesh Patel, who was a friend of Rajnikant Patel, met Parth at their home and extended his condolences. Their story is among the many stories of the families who have lost their loved ones in the passenger jet crash. Anand and Kheda districts of the Charotar region have emerged as the most affected areas in the tragedy. As per reports, at least 50 people from the region were on board the ill-fated London-bound flight. On Thursday, Union Home Minister Amit Shah, who visited the crash site and those injured in the hospital, said the final death count would be declared only after DNA testing is completed. He also said forensic laboratories would "complete the DNA testing in the shortest possible time". Air India said there were 169 Indian passengers, 53 British, seven Portuguese, and a Canadian on board the flight bound for London's Gatwick airport, as well as 12 crew members, making 242 onboard.
