On a seemingly normal Thursday afternoon, chaos erupted at the BJ Medical College's cafeteria when Air India Flight AI171 tragically crashed moments after taking off from Ahmedabad airport. Eyewitness accounts paint a vivid picture of the terrifying moments and the aftermath that unfolded, revealing a community in shock and mourning.
Tragedy Strikes: A Plane Crash Devastates BJ Medical College Community
Tragedy Strikes: A Plane Crash Devastates BJ Medical College Community
A harrowing incident unfolded at BJ Medical College as a plane crash claimed the lives of numerous students and faculty members.
The cafeteria at BJ Medical College was a hive of activity, with students enjoying their lunch and chatting when, at approximately 1:39 PM local time, the serene atmosphere was shattered by the thunderous roar of jet engines. This brief moment of normalcy turned into horror as the sound of a plane plummeting echoed through the air. Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner carrying 242 passengers, encountered catastrophic failure just moments after departing, leading to a crash in a busy residential area that included the college's hostel.
Chaos erupted on the campus as people scrambled to comprehend what had just happened. Dr. Parikh, dean of the BJ Medical College, confirmed that four students died in the crash along with several relatives. Eyewitnesses described the harrowing scene as first responders and volunteers worked frantically to rescue survivors trapped among the wreckage. Individuals attempted to lift debris and search for victims, enduring intense heat from the flames.
Among the extraordinary efforts, two brothers, Prince and Krish Patni, struggled through the devastation to reach the canteen but were met with a scene of shock and horror; the air filled with smoke and the remnants of the aircraft. Rescuers discovered victims, some still clutching utensils or food, frozen in shock from the abrupt end to their typical afternoon.
As local authorities began to assess the site, many faced the difficult task of identifying victims, relying on DNA analysis for confirmation. Even hours after the crash, distressing stories emerged about loved ones still unaccounted for. Ravi Thakur, a kitchen worker, recounted his desperate search for his wife and child amid the chaos.
The incident leaves a pall of grief over the community, as students and educators grapple with the loss of friends and colleagues. In the wake of this tragedy, the priority remains on aiding the injured and supporting families, as they mourn the lives lost and confront the profound impact of this disaster on the entire BJ Medical College community.
Chaos erupted on the campus as people scrambled to comprehend what had just happened. Dr. Parikh, dean of the BJ Medical College, confirmed that four students died in the crash along with several relatives. Eyewitnesses described the harrowing scene as first responders and volunteers worked frantically to rescue survivors trapped among the wreckage. Individuals attempted to lift debris and search for victims, enduring intense heat from the flames.
Among the extraordinary efforts, two brothers, Prince and Krish Patni, struggled through the devastation to reach the canteen but were met with a scene of shock and horror; the air filled with smoke and the remnants of the aircraft. Rescuers discovered victims, some still clutching utensils or food, frozen in shock from the abrupt end to their typical afternoon.
As local authorities began to assess the site, many faced the difficult task of identifying victims, relying on DNA analysis for confirmation. Even hours after the crash, distressing stories emerged about loved ones still unaccounted for. Ravi Thakur, a kitchen worker, recounted his desperate search for his wife and child amid the chaos.
The incident leaves a pall of grief over the community, as students and educators grapple with the loss of friends and colleagues. In the wake of this tragedy, the priority remains on aiding the injured and supporting families, as they mourn the lives lost and confront the profound impact of this disaster on the entire BJ Medical College community.
