A Boeing 787-8 flight from India to London tragically crashed shortly after takeoff, resulting in numerous fatalities. The only survivor, British national Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, seated in 11A, recounted the terrifying moments leading up to the incident.
Sole Survivor of India Plane Crash Identified as British National
Sole Survivor of India Plane Crash Identified as British National
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, seated in 11A, is the lone survivor of a devastating Air India crash that claimed over 200 lives.
A recent aviation tragedy has sent shockwaves through both Indian and international communities, following the crash of an Air India plane that resulted in the tragic loss of at least 200 lives. Among the deceased, only one person emerged as a survivor: British national Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, who occupied seat 11A on the ill-fated Boeing 787-8 flight.
According to Ahmedabad Police Commissioner GS Malik, Ramesh was one of the passengers aboard the flight bound for London. Indian media reports stated that he was able to share his experience post-crash from his hospital bed, describing the catastrophic moment when, just thirty seconds after takeoff, the aircraft experienced a loud noise followed by a rapid descent resulting in the crash. "It all happened so quickly," Ramesh recounted.
Reports indicate that the flight had a diverse group of passengers, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, seven Portuguese nationals, and one Canadian, making it a significantly international flight. As investigations continue, authorities have started to unravel the causes behind this tragic event, while expressions of sympathy and condolences pour in from all corners of the globe.
Air India has stated that further details regarding the incident will be confirmed as the investigation progresses, with updates being relayed regularly. The aviation community and passengers alike are left in anticipation for clarity on what led to this unfortunate occurrence, as efforts focus on ensuring passenger safety in future flights.
