In brief
In the face of tragedy, a single survivor emerges from the wreckage of the aircraft, as recovery efforts continue at the crash site.
Families gathered in the early hours of Friday outside the main hospital in Ahmedabad, grappling with the aftermath of India's worst aviation disaster in years. They came to provide DNA samples, hoping to identify the victims of a catastrophic Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crash that occurred shortly after takeoff on Thursday afternoon. Destined for London, the aircraft tragically plummeted into a building, resulting in a heart-wrenching loss of life. Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in his home state of Gujarat to assess the damage and support those affected. With at least 269 reported fatalities, including 241 passengers and crew, the situation is still unfolding, with fears that the toll could increase as emergency responders search through the wreckage.Witnesses described the immediate chaos when the plane struck a nearby college, igniting flames and panic. Many of those who died were in harm's way, having been caught in the destructive path of the descending aircraft. One passenger reportedly survived, prompting questions regarding how he managed to escape. As grief envelops Ahmedabad, communities confront the stark reality of the tragedy, mourning not only for those lost but for the lives abruptly altered by this devastating incident.
