JAKARTA - Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi ordered SAR operations as soon as possible regarding the crash of an Indian Air plane in the Indian city of Ahmedabad. The plane carrying 242 people crashed shortly after taking off for London, England.
India's aviation ministerial office said PM Narendra Modi ordered to ensure all support was provided for immediate rescue efforts.
All relevant institutions are on high alert and coordinated efforts are being made.
Meanwhile, Britain is working with Indian authorities to immediately reveal the facts about the accident and provide support to those involved.
On the plane there were 242 people consisting of 217 adults and 11 children. Of these, 169 people are Indian citizens, 43 are British citizens, seven are Portuguese, and one is Canadian.
Ahmedabad is the main city in Modi's state of Gujarat.
Ahmedabad Airport suspended all flight operations immediately. The airport is operated by the Indian conglomerate Adani Group.
"We are shocked and deeply saddened by the tragedy of Air India Flight 171," Gautam Adani, founder and group leader, on X.
"We are sorry for the families who have suffered inconceivable losses. We are working closely with all authorities and providing full support to families on land," he said.
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