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Gujarat authorities have matched DNA samples for 144 victims of the Air India crash, with 83 remains already returned to families. The lone survivor, Vishwas, remains stable while recovering at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. Former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani was among the deceased and received a state funeral attended by top leaders. Investigators continue working to identify all victims from the June 12 disaster.

Key Points: Gujarat Confirms 144 DNA Matches in Air India Crash Including Vijay Rupani

  • Gujarat FSL and NFSU teams match 144 victim DNA samples
  • 83 bodies handed to families as BJ Medical College toll stays at 4
  • Lone survivor Vishwas stable with gradual improvement
  • Ex-CM Vijay Rupani cremated with state honors attended by Amit Shah
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Air India plane crash: 144 DNA samples have been matched, says Gujarat Home Minister

Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi updates on DNA matching for Air India crash victims as lone survivor Vishwas shows steady recovery.

"Air India crash update: As of 12 pm, 144 DNA samples have been matched. – Harsh Sanghavi"

Gandhinagar, June 17

Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi confirmed that the DNA samples of 144 victims in the Air India plane crash has been successfully matched as of 12 pm on Tuesday.

In a post on X, Sanghavi said, "Air India crash update: As of 12 pm, 144 DNA samples have been matched."

The testing was being done by teams from the FSL and National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU).

Earlier on Monday, Sanghavi confirmed that DNA samples of 125 victims in the Air India plane crash had been successfully matched, and families of 124 deceased had been contacted. The mortal remains of 83 victims were handed over to their families.

The minister visited the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) in Gandhinagar, where DNA testing of the deceased was being conducted.

Meanwhile, Ahmedabad Civil Hospital Superintendent Rakesh Joshi said on Tuesday that the number of BJ Medical College students who died because of the Air India crash remains at four.

Speaking to the mediapersons, Rakesh Joshi said,"...The death toll of BJ Medical College students stands at 4. It has not gone up."

He also said that Vishwas, the only survivor from the crash, is in stable condition and slowly improving.

"Vishwas's (the lone survivor of the flight crash) condition is stable and improving gradually," Joshi said.

Kumar, a British national of Indian origin, was seated in row 11 at the left window seat in the flight's economy class section that's positioned right behind an emergency exit.

The London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner aircraft crashed into a hostel complex shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on June 12, killing 241 passengers and crew, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani.

The last rites of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani were performed with full state honours on Monday in Rajkot.

The former CM, who lost his life in the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, was cremated by his son Rushabh Rupani.

Top political leaders attended the funeral ceremony, including Union Home Minister Amit Shah, Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat, and Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, who paid their final respects to the departed leader.

- ANI

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Priya K.
Heartbreaking tragedy 😢 The DNA matching process seems efficient but I hope the authorities provide proper counseling to all affected families. Losing loved ones in such sudden accidents leaves deep scars.
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Rahul S.
Good to see forensic teams working round the clock. But why is there no information about the black box yet? The nation deserves to know what caused this horrific crash. Safety protocols must be reviewed.
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Anjali M.
My prayers for Vishwas's speedy recovery 🙏 It's nothing short of a miracle that he survived when so many perished. The medical team deserves appreciation for their efforts.
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Vikram J.
The loss of young medical students is particularly tragic. India needs its doctors, and these bright minds had their whole lives ahead. Hope the college provides proper support to their batchmates.
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Sanjay P.
While the state honors for Shri Rupani are appropriate, let's not forget the 240 other families grieving. Every life lost was equally precious. The compensation should be fair for all victims.
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Neha T.
This tragedy shows how fragile life is. We must appreciate our loved ones every day. Kudos to the forensic teams working tirelessly - can't imagine how difficult their job must be right now.

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