In the wake of the devastating Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12, authorities have confirmed that 184 DNA samples have been successfully matched, aiding in the identification and handover of victims’ remains. The London-bound Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, slamming into the hostel complex of BJ Medical College in the Meghani Nagar area. The tragedy claimed 241 lives out of 242 onboard, including former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani. Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi announced the DNA match update via social media, noting that forensic teams from the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) and the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) are working around the clock to complete identifications. According to Ahmedabad Civil Hospital Superintendent Rakesh Joshi, 124 bodies have already been handed over to families. The remaining handovers are in progress, with some delayed due to legal formalities. Meanwhile, nine injured patients remain hospitalized, and two others succumbed to their injuries after admission. The crash has prompted a nationwide review of aviation safety protocols and emergency response systems. As families continue to grieve, the swift progress in DNA identification offers a small measure of closure amid overwhelming loss.
Air India Crash: DNA Matches Accelerate Victim Identification After Ahmedabad Tragedy
