New Delhi / Ahmedabad | June 12 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday reviewed the situation following the crash of an Air India flight in Ahmedabad, which went down shortly after take-off with 242 passengers on board. He spoke with Union Civil Aviation Minister Rammohan Naidu and directed him to immediately proceed to the crash site and supervise rescue and relief operations.
A senior official confirmed that the Prime Minister was briefed on the emerging situation and emphasised that “all necessary assistance must be provided without delay.” Modi also instructed that real-time updates be maintained as rescue efforts unfold.
The crash occurred in Meghaninagar, a densely populated neighbourhood of Ahmedabad, triggering an emergency response from both central and state authorities. The Ministry of Civil Aviation confirmed that all relevant agencies are on high alert and are working in close coordination at the site.
“All possible support must be extended immediately,” the ministry said in a statement, underlining the Prime Minister’s directive to prioritise rescue operations and aid for those affected.
As of Thursday evening, the cause of the crash remains under investigation and the status of the passengers has not yet been officially confirmed. Emergency teams continue to work on-site, and updates are expected as more information becomes available.
