June 12th 2025.
The world was struck with sorrow as news of the tragic Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad spread. Leaders from all over the globe sent their condolences to the affected families and expressed their solidarity with India during this difficult time.
The flight, bound for London with over 240 passengers on board, crashed shortly after taking off from the Ahmedabad airport on Thursday afternoon. The incident took place near the Meghaninagar area, triggering a massive emergency response.
Among the passengers, there were 169 Indians and 53 British nationals. Russian President Vladimir Putin conveyed his deepest sympathies to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the devastating accident. He expressed his heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims and wished for a speedy recovery of those injured.
President of Maldives, Mohamed Muizzu, also shared his grief and stood in solidarity with the Government and people of India. He posted on social media, "I express profound sadness at the tragic crash of Air India flight AI 171 near Ahmedabad. At this difficult time, the government and people of the Maldives stand in solidarity with the people and the Government of India."
The President of the European Union, Ursula von der Leyen, expressed her shock over the heartbreaking news from India. She extended her condolences to the families and loved ones of the victims and assured them of Europe's support during this time of sorrow. "Dear Narendra Modi, Europe stands in solidarity with you and the people of India in this moment of sorrow," she said.
The Foreign Minister of Maldives, Abdulla Khaleel, also offered his condolences on the tragic plane crash. He expressed his deep sadness and extended his heartfelt sympathies to the families and loved ones of the victims. He also mentioned the emergency responders who are working tirelessly at the scene.
Gideon Sa'ar, the Foreign Minister of Israel, expressed his sorrow and offered his thoughts to the Indian people. "Deeply saddened to hear about the recent plane crash in Ahmedabad, India. Our hearts are with the Indian people following this terrible incident," he posted on social media.
The Chinese Ambassador to India, Xu Feihong, also expressed his solidarity with all those affected by the tragic plane crash. He said, "Deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Our hearts go out to the passengers and their families. We stand in solidarity with all those affected in this difficult time."
The Foreign Affairs Ministry of Azerbaijan also extended their deepest condolences to the people affected by the accident and prayed for their recovery. "We are deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad, India. We extend our condolences to the families and loved ones of those affected. We hope for strength and healing in the days ahead," the Ministry posted on social media.
On behalf of the US mission in India, US Charge d'Affaires Jorgan Andrews expressed his sadness and offered his thoughts to the families affected by the horrific tragedy. The US Embassy in India also posted on social media, "On behalf of the US Mission in India, we are deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Our heartfelt condolences and thoughts are with the families who have been affected by this horrific tragedy. We stand with India in this time of grief."
Earlier, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer also expressed his shock and grief after the Air India flight bound for London crashed in Ahmedabad. He said, "The scenes emerging of a London-bound plane carrying many British nationals crashing in the Indian city of Ahmedabad are devastating. I am being kept updated as the situation develops, and my thoughts are with the passengers and their families at this deeply distressing time."
British Defence Secretary David Lammy also expressed his grief at the devastating plane crash and offered his condolences to those affected. He posted on social media, "Deeply saddened by news of a devastating plane crash in Ahmedabad, India. My thoughts are with all those affected. The UK is working with local authorities in India to urgently establish the facts and provide support."
British Conservative Party MP Priti Patel urged the UK government to work with Indian authorities to support the affected British families. She said, "My thoughts and prayers are with everyone affected by the plane crash at Ahmedabad and with the emergency services at the scene. This will be a worrying time for the families of those on board. As further information comes forward, the Government needs to ensure it is working with Indian authorities to support British families affected."
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky also took to social media to offer his deepest condolences on the tragic accident. He said, "Horrible news of a passenger plane crash in India. My deepest condolences to Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the people of India on this tragic day. Our thoughts are with all victims' relatives and close ones in India, the UK, Portugal, and Canada. We share your shock and grief on this tragic day. We all pray for as many lives to be saved as possible and wish a speedy recovery to those injured."
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