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A devastating Air India plane crash has shaken the nation, with ongoing identification efforts at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital. Authorities have collected DNA samples from 192 families to help identify victims and provide closure. Prime Minister Narendra Modi personally visited the hospital, meeting survivors and offering support to grieving families. The meticulous identification process involves a large medical team working tirelessly to handle the tragic aftermath with compassion and professionalism.

Key Points: Air India Crash Modi Meets Families DNA Identification Begins

  • PM Modi visits Civil Hospital to support crash victims
  • 70-80 doctors working on post-mortem examinations
  • DNA samples collected from 192 families
  • Over 250 post-mortem examinations completed
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Plane crash: DNA samples taken from 192 families; bodies of five victims handed over

192 families provide DNA samples as 5 victims identified Civil Hospital conducts mass post-mortem with PM Modi's support

"The identification process is expected to take at least three days - Dhananjay Dwivedi, Health Principal Secretary"

Ahmedabad, June 13

The process of identifying victims from the tragic Air India Flight AI-171 crash continues at the Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, where bodies are being brought in for post-mortem examinations. As of now, five bodies have been identified and respectfully handed over to their families.

These include two victims from Rajasthan, two from Bhavnagar, and one from Madhya Pradesh. Civil Hospital officials confirmed that DNA samples have been collected from 192 families so far.

To support the identification process, a large team of 70 to 80 doctors, including those from PHCs (Primary Health Centres) and CHCs (Community Health Centres) across Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, Anand, and Nadiad, has been working around the clock in the post-mortem room since Thursday.

The state government has set up a dedicated facility at the Kasoti Bhavan on the ground floor of B.J. Medical College for collecting DNA samples. Health Principal Secretary Dhananjay Dwivedi stated that samples, mainly from immediate family members like parents or children, are being sent for matching. The process is expected to take at least three days.

To assist grieving families, the police and hospital staff are providing emotional support and ensuring that all formalities are handled with dignity and care.

For any queries regarding patients or post-mortem identification, the Civil Hospital has released helpline numbers: 6357373831, 6357373841

In addition, the state government has activated a control room at the State Emergency Operations Centre. Families can reach out for assistance on: 079-23251900, 9978405304

As the process of identification continues, officials have confirmed that over 250 post-mortem examinations have already been completed.

Earlier in the day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at the city's Civil Hospital to meet those injured in the tragic incident and to express his condolences to the families of the deceased.

At the hospital, PM Modi was received by Civil Hospital Superintendent Dr Rakesh Joshi, who provided a detailed briefing on the condition of the injured and the medical response underway. The Prime Minister also met with Ramesh Vishwas, the sole survivor of the crash, and other patients receiving treatment. He offered words of encouragement and support, assuring them of the government's full assistance during this difficult time.

PM Modi spent time with grieving families, conveying his heartfelt condolences and standing in solidarity with them amid their profound loss.

- IANS

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Priya K.
Heartbreaking news 😢 The scale of this tragedy is unimaginable. Kudos to the medical teams working tirelessly to identify victims and support families. Hope the DNA matching process brings some closure to grieving relatives. Om Shanti 🙏
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Rahul S.
The government's response seems well-organized with multiple helplines and DNA collection centers. But we must ask - what safety measures were overlooked that led to this crash? My prayers are with the families, but we need accountability too.
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Anjali M.
As someone from Ahmedabad, I'm proud of how our city's medical infrastructure is handling this crisis. The Civil Hospital staff deserve medals for their non-stop work. Let's all donate blood if possible - small contributions matter in such times.
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Vikram P.
The sole survivor's story gives me chills. Can't imagine what he must be going through. Hope the government provides long-term counseling support to all affected families, not just immediate help. Trauma lasts much longer than news cycles.
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Sunita R.
While PM Modi's visit is appreciated, I hope this isn't just photo-op politics. Real help means proper compensation, thorough investigation, and preventing such tragedies in future. My heart breaks for parents who lost their only children in this crash.
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Karan D.
The mention of victims from Rajasthan, MP and Gujarat shows how this tragedy has affected people across states. We're one nation in grief. Request media to report sensitively - no intrusive shots of grieving families please. Respect their privacy.

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