Indian Captain Rohit Sharma Expresses Grief Over Ahmedabad Plane Crash

Air India flight carrying 242 passengers from Ahmedabad immediately crashed after take-off, putting 242 lives in danger. Indian Captain Rohit Sharma shared his grief on Instagram.

The Boeing 787 aircraft operated by Air India, which took off from Ahmedabad with 242 passengers, crashed near Meghaninagar, close to Ahmedabad airport in Gujarat on Thursday afternoon. The flight, which was going from Ahmedabad to London, had 169 Indian passengers, 43 British citizens, seven Portuguese, and one Canadian citizen. Current reports indicate some passengers have died and many others were injured.

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Rohit Sharma Mourns Victims of Ahmedabad Plane Crash

Indian Captain Rohit Sharma was one of the first cricketers to share his grief over the Ahmedabad plane crash. He shared his condolences via Instagram Story:
“Really sad and disturbing news from Ahmedabad. Prayers for all the lives lost and their families.”

Thoughts and Prayers”: Rashid and Surya React to Air Mishap

Afghanistan cricketer Rashid Khan shared his grief over the Ahmedabad plane crash:

“Really saddened to hear about the tragic crash in Ahmedabad today. My thoughts and prayers to all the victims and their families. May you have the strength to bear this loss.”

Indian cricketer Suryakumar Yadav also shared his condolences via Instagram, expressing hope for strength and recovery for those affected:

“Really saddened to hear about the tragic crash in Ahmedabad today. My thoughts and prayers to all the victims and their families. May you have the strength to bear this loss.”

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PM Modi, Amit Shah Coordinate Relief After Plane Crash

Meanwhile, Union Home Minister Amit Shah spoke to the Gujarat Chief Minister and Home Minister regarding the crash and has assured central government assistance. Currently, flight operations from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport are temporarily suspended.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi also spoke with Home Minister Amit Shah and Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu regarding the crash and asked all officials in Gujarat to assist and help those affected by the air mishap.

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