Viswash Kumar Ramesh describes his escape from the wreckage and how he managed to walk away from disaster.
**Sole Survivor of Air India Flight 171 Plane Crash Shares His Miraculous Escape**
**Sole Survivor of Air India Flight 171 Plane Crash Shares His Miraculous Escape**
A 38-year-old British citizen recounts his harrowing experience as the only survivor of the tragic incident near Ahmedabad.
In a shocking incident that has captivated both national and international audiences, Viswash Kumar Ramesh emerged as the sole survivor of Air India Flight 171, which tragically crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad. Out of 242 passengers aboard the 787-8 Dreamliner, Ramesh’s survival stands out as a miraculous twist amidst a catastrophic event that left many families in mourning.
The flight faced disaster moments after takeoff when it collided with a building, resulting in an inferno that engulfed much of the aircraft. Eyewitness accounts noted that the heat and smoke made escape nearly impossible. However, Ramesh managed to free himself, sustaining visible injuries but holding onto life against overwhelming odds.
In a widely shared video, Ramesh is seen limping towards an ambulance, a striking image of survival amidst tragedy. He expressed disbelief over his survival in an interview from his hospital bed, reflecting on the moment the plane felt “stuck” in the air before crashing. “I thought I was also about to die,” he recalled.
The impact had severely damaged the plane, with many victims being unrecognizable. Ramesh, a British national returning from a vacation with his brother, faced a heart-wrenching reality, as his brother Ajay, seated nearby, did not survive the impact. In a poignant moment of connection with his family, Ramesh managed to reach out via video call from the wreckage, where he reassured them of his safety, shortly before news of the tragedy emerged.
Authorities have since confirmed Ramesh’s survival, leading to a mixture of mourning and amazement among loved ones and the public alike. His story not only highlights the fragility of life but also the remarkable spirit of resilience in the face of disaster, igniting a wave of media attention and public sympathy. Ramesh’s extraordinary escape is now a testament to human endurance amid catastrophic circumstances.
The flight faced disaster moments after takeoff when it collided with a building, resulting in an inferno that engulfed much of the aircraft. Eyewitness accounts noted that the heat and smoke made escape nearly impossible. However, Ramesh managed to free himself, sustaining visible injuries but holding onto life against overwhelming odds.
In a widely shared video, Ramesh is seen limping towards an ambulance, a striking image of survival amidst tragedy. He expressed disbelief over his survival in an interview from his hospital bed, reflecting on the moment the plane felt “stuck” in the air before crashing. “I thought I was also about to die,” he recalled.
The impact had severely damaged the plane, with many victims being unrecognizable. Ramesh, a British national returning from a vacation with his brother, faced a heart-wrenching reality, as his brother Ajay, seated nearby, did not survive the impact. In a poignant moment of connection with his family, Ramesh managed to reach out via video call from the wreckage, where he reassured them of his safety, shortly before news of the tragedy emerged.
Authorities have since confirmed Ramesh’s survival, leading to a mixture of mourning and amazement among loved ones and the public alike. His story not only highlights the fragility of life but also the remarkable spirit of resilience in the face of disaster, igniting a wave of media attention and public sympathy. Ramesh’s extraordinary escape is now a testament to human endurance amid catastrophic circumstances.
