1 survivor after Boeing 787 jet with 242 people on board crashes in India

An Air India Boeing 787 crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, 2025, resulting in at least 240 fatalities and leaving only one passenger, Vishwashkumar Ramesh, as the sole survivor. The aircraft, bound for London, struck a medical college shortly after takeoff, leading to numerous casualties among students. Eyewitnesses reported black smoke and a fireball at the crash site, where firefighters worked to extinguish the flames. Indian Home Minister Amit Shah confirmed the survivor's condition, stating he is disoriented but out of danger. The plane had issued a mayday call before losing contact with air traffic control, raising questions about the incident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed his condolences, describing the event as "heartbreaking beyond words. " This crash marks the first incident involving a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, prompting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. Authorities are working to clear the debris and assist the injured, as at least five medical students were confirmed dead, with many others feared trapped.