Key Facts
• June 12: Air India jet crashes in Ahmedabad, killing 241 of 242 onboard.
• Crash occurred shortly after takeoff en route to London.
• Preliminary report cites fuel control switch issue as cause.
• UK families received misidentified remains, lawyer James Healy-Pratt confirms.
• London coroner found mixed DNA in one coffin.
• Indian authorities admit errors in early identification stages.
• Families demand “caution, coordination, and respect” in handling remains.
• Indian Ministry of External Affairs working closely with UK authorities.
• Victims’ dignity and rights reportedly not adequately protected.
• Incident marks worst aviation disaster in a decade.
Summary
The Air India crash on June 12 in Ahmedabad, India, claimed 241 lives, making it the worst aviation disaster in a decade. Shortly after takeoff for London, the plane crashed due to a fuel control switch issue, as per preliminary findings. UK families of victims have raised concerns after receiving misidentified remains, with a London coroner discovering mixed DNA in one coffin. Lawyer James Healy-Pratt revealed that errors occurred during the initial identification process. Families have called for greater care and respect in handling victims’ remains. The Indian Ministry of External Affairs stated it is collaborating with UK authorities to address these concerns.
