The aftermath of the Air India Flight AI171 crash near Ahmedabad continues to reverberate across the nation, with families grappling with unimaginable loss. As investigations into the cause of the tragedy get underway, stories of personal grief and resilience are emerging. Among them is the poignant plea of Falguni, a daughter who lost her father in the crash.
In a heart-wrenching statement, Falguni offered to pay the Tata Group, the parent company of Air India, ₹2 crore if they could bring her father back. This emotional outburst underscores the profound despair and helplessness felt by the families of the 241 victims who perished in the disaster. The flight, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner bound for London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on Thursday.
The Tata Group has already announced a compensation of ₹1 crore for the families of each of the deceased. In addition to the compensation, the group has pledged to cover the medical expenses of those injured and provide support in rebuilding the B J Medical College hostel, which was impacted by the crash. Chairman of Tata Sons, N Chandrasekaran, expressed his condolences, stating that "No words can adequately express the grief we feel at this moment. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost their loved ones, and with those who have been injured."
The aviation insurance industry may consider raising the premium paid by airlines in the next cycle, following the crash of the Air India Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner in Ahmedabad. An expert told NDTV Profit if the aviation industry passes on the rising cost of insurance premium to consumers, airfare may see a rise of up to 2 to 5 per cent.
The Ahmedabad plane crash has far-reaching consequences, impacting not only the families of the victims but also the aviation industry. As investigations continue and support is extended to those affected, the memory of this tragedy will undoubtedly serve as a catalyst for enhanced safety measures and a renewed commitment to the well-being of passengers and crew.
