Plane Crash in Ahmedabad: Top leaders and netizens react to Air India plane crash near Ahmedabad airport

Passengers, including crew members, aboard on Air India's London-bound Flight AI171, crashed close to the Ahmedabad airport today, June 12.

Here's how top leaders and netizens are reacting after the incident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi

The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. Have been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected.

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 12, 2025

The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. Have been in touch with Ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected.

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman:

"Distressed on hearing about the flight crash in Ahmedabad. 
My prayers for all families and friends of those on board the flight."

Distressed on hearing about the flight crash in Ahmedabad.
My prayers for all families and friends of those on board the flight.

— Nirmala Sitharaman (@nsitharaman) June 12, 2025

S. Jaishankar, Minister of External Affairs of India:

"Deeply shocked to learn about the flight crash in Ahmedabad. 

"Our prayers are with the passengers and their families."

Deeply shocked to learn about the flight crash in Ahmedabad.

Our prayers are with the passengers and their families.

— Dr. S. Jaishankar (@DrSJaishankar) June 12, 2025

President Droupadi Murmu:

"I am deeply distressed to learn about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. It is a heart-rending disaster. My thoughts and prayers are with the affected people. The nation stands with them in this hour of indescribable grief."

Home minister Amit Shah

"Pained beyond words by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Disaster response forces have been quickly rushed to the crash site. Spoke with the Gujarat Chief Minister Shri Bhupendra Patel, Home Minister Shri Harsh Sanghavi, and Commissioner of Police Ahmedabad to assess the situation."

Civil aviation minister Ram Mohan Naidu:

"Shocked and devastated to learn about the flight crash in Ahmedabad.

We are on highest alert. I am personally monitoring the situation and have directed all aviation and emergency response agencies to take swift and coordinated action. Rescue teams have been mobilised, and all efforts are being made to ensure medical air and relief support are being rushed to the site."

Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel:

"I am deeply saddened by the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. I have instructed officials to begin immediate rescue and relief operations and to ensure treatment of the injured passengers on a war footing. A green corridor has been arranged to transport the injured to hospitals, where all necessary treatment arrangements are being prioritised," he said.

He also said that Union Home Minister Amit Shah had spoken with him and assured full support from the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and the Central government for rescue and relief efforts.

Gujarat Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi:

"Following this unfortunate incident, the Hon'ble Chief Minister has taken swift action. Hospitals are on high alert, and all ambulances, including 108 services, are ready. Senior officials have been deployed to both hospitals and the airport to ensure prompt response. NDRF and SDRF teams have reached the crash site. The Prime Minister's Office is monitoring the situation closely and providing updates and guidance. Hon'ble Home Minister Amit Shah ji remains in touch and is actively guiding rescue efforts."

Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis:

"Pained and shocked to learn about the Air India passenger flight incident in Ahmedabad. Praying for everyone's safety," he said in a post on X.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee

"Stunned and profoundly shocked by the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad today. This is heartbreaking news for all of us. I extend my condolences to the families of the victims. While we await details on survivors, I continue to pray for everyone's safety. The crash, which occurred during takeoff, has shaken me deeply. Reports suggest that 242 passengers were on board. I pray for them all."

AAP national convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal:

“God bless everyone.”

AAP leader Manish Sisodia:

"Heartbreaking news from Ahmedabad. A passenger aircraft has crashed near a residential area during takeoff. Images of smoke and devastation are deeply disturbing. My prayers for the safety of all passengers. May God give strength to affected families."

Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav:

"There should be immediate clarification regarding the Ahmedabad plane crash so that all doubts are addressed. Prayers for all passengers and crew members. The highest level of rescue, relief, and medical treatment must be ensured."

Shiv Sena-UBT Aaditya Thackeray:

"Shocked and saddened to hear about the plane crash in Ahmedabad. We are praying for the safety of survivors and extend our sympathies to the families of those affected. Let's hope for the best."

Netizens' reactions

"Shocked and speechless at the Air India crash. Only prayers at this time," a netizen posted on X. 

Another user posted, "Deeply heartbroken to learn about the reported crash of Air India Flight AI171 (Ahmedabad–London, B787-8). As we await official confirmation, reports suggest 242 passengers were on board. Praying for everyone's safety and hoping for clarity soon."

A social media user posted, "Air India's Ahmedabad plane crash is the worst plane crash in terms of number of people involved since 1996's Charkhi Dadri crash. India despite its scale rarely has civilian airline disasters, this is just the 3rd in the last 25 years. Extremely tragic, and praying for everyone."