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An Air India flight bound for London crashed shortly after takeoff in Ahmedabad, slamming into a doctors' hostel. Eyewitnesses described terrifying scenes of fire, smoke, and scattered debris. Rescue teams, including NDRF personnel, rushed to the crash site to assist. Authorities have issued an emergency helpline for families seeking information.

Key Points: Eyewitness Recounts Horror of Gujarat Plane Crash Near Ahmedabad

  • Air India Boeing 787 crashes after takeoff from Ahmedabad
  • Plane hits doctors' hostel near airport
  • NDRF deploys 90 personnel for rescue
  • Emergency helpline issued for crash-related queries
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Fire, clouds of smoke, debris all around, eyewitness recalls Gujarat plane crash horror

An Air India flight with 242 onboard crashes into a doctors' hostel near Ahmedabad airport, eyewitnesses describe scenes of fire and debris.

"I saw fire, clouds of smoke, debris scattered all around. I couldn't understand anything. – Eyewitness"

Ahmedabad, June 12

An eyewitness on the ground recounted the Gujarat plane crash horrors and said that he saw fire, clouds of smoke and debris scattered all around.

An Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London with 242 people on board crashed into a doctors' hostel near the Ahmedabad Airport shortly after taking off on Thursday, a senior police officer said.

Speaking with ANI, the eyewitness said, "I saw fire, clouds of smoke, debris scattered all around. I couldn't understand anything. Later, I realised that the plane had crashed here. The police then cordoned off the area."

Speaking about the building in which the plane crashed, the eyewitness said, "It is a residential building, doctors live there."

Another eyewitness recalled the incident and said, "We heard the blast, so we rushed to the spot. I saw smoke and fire. Doctors' flats have been damaged. It's a horrific incident."

The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 people, including 12 crew members, crashed shortly after take-off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday afternoon.

According to senior police officials, the aircraft crashed into a doctor's hostel located just outside the airport perimeter. "After the takeoff, the plane crashed here and after a preliminary enquiry, we got to know that the ... plane crashed into a building, which is a doctors' hostel," Jaipal Singh Rathore, Joint Commissioner of Police, Ahmedabad, told reporters.

The Gujarat government has mobilised three teams from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), comprising 90 personnel, from Gandhinagar to the crash site to aid rescue operations.

Western Railway has announced that it will operate additional trains from Ahmedabad after the plane crash to ensure smooth transportation.

The Ahmedabad City Police has released an emergency helpline number for assistance and information related to the crash. "Ahmedabad City Police Emergency Number for Police Emergency Services and necessary information related to the Ahmedabad Plane Crash 07925620359," Ahmedabad Police stated in a post on X.

- ANI

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Priya M.
This is absolutely heartbreaking 💔 My prayers are with all the passengers and their families. The eyewitness accounts give me chills - can't imagine witnessing such a tragedy firsthand. Hope the NDRF teams can rescue survivors quickly.
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Rahul K.
Very concerning that the plane crashed into a residential area. Airport authorities need to review safety protocols - what if it had hit a more densely populated area? Thank God it was a doctors' hostel and not a school or market.
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Anjali S.
The Western Railway's quick response with additional trains shows good disaster management. At least people won't be stranded in Ahmedabad. Small comforts in such terrible times 🙏
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Vikram P.
Boeing 787 Dreamliner is supposed to be one of the safest aircrafts. This raises serious questions about maintenance standards in our airlines. DGCA should conduct thorough inspections of all similar aircrafts in Indian fleet.
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Neha T.
The doctors living in that hostel must be in shock - from healing people to witnessing this tragedy. Irony of life. Hope they're getting proper counseling support along with the rescue efforts.
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Sanjay R.
While we focus on the plane crash, let's not forget to appreciate the first responders - police, firefighters, and local people who rushed to help. True spirit of India in difficult times.
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Kavita D.
The emergency helpline number shared by Ahmedabad Police is crucial. Request everyone to avoid calling unless absolutely necessary - keep lines free for affected families. Sharing on WhatsApp groups for awareness.

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