Miraculous Survival After Tragic Air India Crash
In a shocking turn of events, a crash of an Air India flight in Ahmedabad left 241 people dead, with the sole survivor being Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a British national of Indian origin. Despite the harrowing scene, Ramesh was found walking from the wreckage with bloodstains on his shirt but was later confirmed to be relatively unscathed. His miraculous survival in such a devastating crash has garnered widespread attention.
Details of the Crash
Ramesh, who had been visiting family in India, described the moment the crash occurred, saying: “Thirty seconds after takeoff, there was a loud noise, and then the plane crashed. It all happened so quickly.” He was traveling with his brother, who was seated in a different row, but he didn’t know if his brother had survived the crash.
Medical Condition and Miraculous Survival
Dr. Rajnish Patel, head of surgery at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, reported that while Ramesh had some blood visible in images, he was not severely injured. “He is very comfortable and under strict observation, no issues,” Patel said. Despite the severity of the crash, Ramesh’s injuries were minor, and he is expected to be released from the hospital in the coming days.
Location of Ramesh’s Seat and Survivor’s Miraculous Escape
Indian news outlets shared a photo of Ramesh’s boarding pass, showing that he was seated in seat 11A, located in the emergency exit row, just in front of the left wing of the plane. This position, according to safety expert David Soucie, is often considered one of the most dangerous spots in a crash. “It’s right where the spar of the wing would go under, and it would be a solid place for the aircraft to hit the ground, but as far as survivability above it, that is incredibly surprising,” Soucie commented.
Reaction from Authorities and Lawmakers
The miraculous survival of Ramesh was described as “nothing short of a miracle” by British MP Shivani Raja, who expressed her condolences over the loss of his brother on the flight. “I have reached out to the family and I’m choosing to respect their privacy at this trying time,” Raja said in a statement to CNN.
Victims of the Crash and Rising Death Toll
The crash not only affected the passengers on the plane but also caused casualties on the ground. The plane collided with a hostel at BJ Medical College and Hospital, killing people inside. A senior doctor at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital mentioned that the death toll could rise, as many injured victims were transported there. The crash also claimed the lives of at least three medical students, with over 30 others reported injured.
Flight Details
The Air India flight, headed for London’s Gatwick airport, was carrying a diverse group of nationals, including Indian, British, Canadian, and Portuguese passengers. The tragic crash has left families devastated, and authorities are working to determine the full extent of the incident.
