Vijay Kumar Sinha, the Deputy Chief Minister of Bihar, has expressed his profound grief regarding the devastating Air India flight AI-171 accident near Ahmedabad. The flight, bound for London, tragically resulted in numerous fatalities, prompting a wave of shock and sorrow across India. Sinha described the crash as a deeply distressing tragedy and offered his condolences to the families affected. He expressed his prayers for the deceased and emphasized the immense pain caused by the loss of so many innocent lives.
In a personal note, Sinha mourned the death of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, whom he considered a close political colleague. He remembered Rupani’s dedication and service, highlighting his commitment to the nation. The Deputy CM acknowledged the incident as a significant loss for the entire nation.
The Air India aircraft crashed shortly after departing from Ahmedabad. The plane was carrying 242 people, including crew members. Among the casualties was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. Authorities are currently searching for the black box to understand the events leading up to the crash. The flight was carrying passengers from various nationalities, underscoring the international impact of the tragedy.