Sole Survivor's Harrowing Account of Air India Crash: Over 200 Dead

Air India Flight Crash: Sole Survivor's Testimony Sheds Light on Tragedy On June 13, 2025, an Air India flight crashed in Ahmedabad, India, resulting in a devastating loss of over 200 lives. The incident occurred during the flight's approach to the airport. The investigation is underway, focusing on the recovered black box and the testimony of Ramesh Viswashkumar, the sole survivor. Viswashkumar, speaking from his hospital bed, recounted the moments before the crash: "Within a minute of takeoff, it felt like the plane came to a standstill for five to ten seconds." He described the subsequent crash and his desperate escape through a partially broken emergency exit. He witnessed the tragic deaths of fellow passengers and air hostesses. The Indian government has launched a full investigation involving anti-terrorist squads, ruling out bird strike as a cause. The recovery of the black box flight data recorder is a key step in understanding the cause of the crash. Meanwhile, the families of the victims grapple with the immense loss and the challenges of identifying their loved ones amidst the extensive damage caused by the fire. The compassion shown by Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who visited Viswashkumar in the hospital, offers a small measure of comfort during this difficult time.