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Air India to pay Rs10 million to families of each passenger killed in plane crash
Tata Group will also cover medical expenses of those injured in Ahmedabad tragedy and ensure they receive all necessary care and support
- PUBLISHED: Thu 12 Jun 2025, 9:30 PM
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After the deadly crash this afternoon, Air India owners Tata Group has announced a compensation of Rs10 million to the families of each passenger who has lost their life.
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Tragedy struck the ill-fated flight shortly after takeoff, and the Air India passenger plane bound for London with more than 240 people on board crashed into a medical college.
Tata Group took to social media to post the update about the compensation to families. The post reads, “We are deeply anguished by the tragic event involving Air India Flight 171. No words can adequately express the grief we feel at this moment. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost their loved ones, and with those who have been injured.
“Tata Group will provide Rs10 million to the families of each person who has lost their life in this tragedy. We will also cover the medical expenses of those injured and ensure that they receive all necessary care and support. Additionally, we will provide support in the building up of the B J Medical's hostel. We remain steadfast in standing with the affected families and communities during this unimaginable time,” the post continues.
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Meanwhile, Air India has announced relief flights from Delhi and Mumbai to be operational for the victims' next of kin as well as Air India staff. The flight timings of the same have also been announced on Air India's social media handles.
“Next of kin of passengers and staff in Delhi and Mumbai wanting to travel on these flights can call our hotline on 1800 5691 444. Additionally, those coming in from international destinations and wanting to travel can call our hotline on +91 8062779200,” their social media post reads.
A special team of caregivers also arrived to Ahmedabad to provide support to Air India teams on the ground. The Tata Group and the airline are working with local authorities to provide necessary assistance and are extending full cooperation to the authorities investigating this incident.
