6 Medicos, Woman Killed In Ahmedabad Plane Crash On College Campus

In a horrific air disaster that has shaken the nation, an Air India Boeing 787-8 aircraft bound for London crashed into the BJ Medical College complex in Ahmedabad shortly after take-off, claiming several lives and leaving dozens injured.

According to a statement by the Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA), at least five MBBS students, one PG resident doctor, and the wife of a superspecialist doctor affiliated with the college were killed in the tragedy. Over 60 other medical students reportedly sustained injuries in the devastating incident.

Air India Boeing 787-8 Turns Into Fireball After Take-Off

The Boeing 787, having just taken off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, lost control and crashed directly into the BJ Medical College premises. It burst into a massive ball of fire upon impact, reducing parts of the complex to rubble.

The accident has been described as one of the worst air tragedies in recent Indian aviation history, with many victims feared dead not only on the ground but on board the ill-fated aircraft as well.

All but one of the 242 passengers on board Air India flight AI171 from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick perished after the aircraft crashed just outside the perimeter of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport in Gujarat’s capital, Air India has confirmed.

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Search Operation Underway; Many Still Feared Trapped

FAIMA national vice president Dr Divyansh Singh confirmed the ongoing search operations at the crash site. “Bodies that have been found were totally charred,” he said grimly, highlighting the intensity of the explosion and fire.

He further added, "The search operation at the crash site is still going on and many are feared buried in the debris." Rescue efforts have been intensified, but the dense smoke, fire damage, and scattered debris are reportedly hindering progress.

What was meant to be an ordinary academic day at one of Gujarat’s premier medical institutions has turned into a scene of unspeakable horror and loss. With young lives lost and a medical community reeling in shock, the nation stands in solidarity with those affected by this catastrophe.

Authorities have promised a full investigation into the crash cause as emergency teams work round the clock at the disaster site.

( with inputs from PTI)

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