An Air India Boeing 787-8 aircraft took off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Gujarat, bound for Gatwick Airport in London. Unfortunately, shortly after takeoff, the aircraft experienced technical failure and sent a distress signal to the control tower before crashing at 1:17 PM local time.

Witnesses reported that the plane experienced unusual turbulence in the air and subsequently crashed with a violent explosion. Rescue teams quickly arrived at the scene, and the cause of the incident is currently under investigation. Recently released crash footage shows the plane slowly lifting off but losing stability just 30 seconds after takeoff, then rapidly descending and ultimately exploding upon impact, creating a shocking scene.

The crash occurred near a public hospital in Ahmedabad, impacting a medical college dormitory and causing significant damage. Many students were reportedly napping at the time, raising concerns about potential casualties. Although authorities have yet to release the exact number of casualties, the situation at the scene is distressing.

Initially, police reported that all 242 passengers aboard were presumed dead, but more recently, a British survivor was found by rescuers and has been rushed to the hospital. The rescue operation is ongoing, and the incident has drawn significant public attention, with updates continuing to emerge.