An Air India Boeing 787 aircraft tragically crashed shortly after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India, on June 12, 2025, resulting in the death of 242 passengers, with only one individual surviving.

The flight, Air India 171, was bound for London but never left the ground following its departure from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport.

According to officials, the jetliner impacted a residential neighborhood beyond the airport boundary, claiming the lives of an additional 38 residents in the area.

This incident represents the deadliest aviation accident worldwide since 2014, with authorities indicating that a complete and confirmed casualty list will be released following a detailed identification process for the victims.

Among the deceased was Kinal Mistry, a 24-year-old chef from a London-based restaurant.

Mistry had traveled to her hometown of Anand, approximately 100 kilometers from Ahmedabad, for extensive dental surgery following a serious road accident.

Originally scheduled to return to the UK on June 7, she opted to extend her stay until June 12 to spend more time with family and friends.

Her father, Suresh Mistry, aged 53, commented on the heart-wrenching situation, reflecting on the joy his daughter brought to those around her during her visit.

Mistry was widely remembered not only for her culinary talents but also as an accomplished dancer and yoga enthusiast.

On the day of the crash, Suresh Mistry had taken his daughter to the airport, and he learned of the tragedy from a friend on his way home.

The investigation into the crash is ongoing, with aviation experts and authorities working to determine the specific causes of this catastrophic event, while the families of the victims navigate their profound loss.