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Who are the victims of the Air India plane crash? Who are the victims of the Air India plane crash?
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All but one of those on board an Air India flight bound for London Gatwick Airport that crashed shortly after take-off in western India on Thursday have died, the airline has confirmed.All but one of those on board an Air India flight bound for London Gatwick Airport that crashed shortly after take-off in western India on Thursday have died, the airline has confirmed.
There were 242 passengers and crew on board the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, seven Portuguese nationals and one Canadian.There were 242 passengers and crew on board the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, including 169 Indian nationals, 53 Britons, seven Portuguese nationals and one Canadian.
At least eight local people, including four medical students, living in a residential area of Ahmedabad where the plane came down have also died, a senior health official told the BBC.At least eight local people, including four medical students, living in a residential area of Ahmedabad where the plane came down have also died, a senior health official told the BBC.
One passenger, British national Vishwashkumar Ramesh, survived the crash and was treated in hospital for injuries.One passenger, British national Vishwashkumar Ramesh, survived the crash and was treated in hospital for injuries.
Details are still emerging, but these are the people so far confirmed by the BBC to have died.Details are still emerging, but these are the people so far confirmed by the BBC to have died.
Hardik Avaiya and Vibhooti Patel
Hardik Avaiya and Vibhooti Patel were celebrating their engagement in India
A couple who went to India to celebrate their engagement have been named among the victims.
Hardik Avaiya and his fiancee Vibhooti Patel were among those being remembered at a service in Leicester on Saturday.
Dhaval Patel, who worked with Mr Avaiya, said: "We were on our way to pick him up when I got a call to say a plane to Gatwick had crashed in Ahmedabad.
"So we immediately checked the ticket and matched the flight number and we just cried."
Dhir and Heer BaxiDhir and Heer Baxi
Sisters Dhir and Heer Baxi, both in their early 20s, were returning home to London on the flight, having visited India to surprise their grandmother for her birthday.Sisters Dhir and Heer Baxi, both in their early 20s, were returning home to London on the flight, having visited India to surprise their grandmother for her birthday.
Their cousin Ishan Baxi, who lives in Ahmedabad, told PA news agency the siblings had an "amazing aura" and had ambitions to "roam around the world".Their cousin Ishan Baxi, who lives in Ahmedabad, told PA news agency the siblings had an "amazing aura" and had ambitions to "roam around the world".
Heer worked as a product manager and "loved statistics and finance", while Dhir was a fashion designer who had studied at Parsons Paris art and design school, Mr Baxi said.Heer worked as a product manager and "loved statistics and finance", while Dhir was a fashion designer who had studied at Parsons Paris art and design school, Mr Baxi said.
Kalyani and Gaurav BrahmbhattKalyani and Gaurav Brahmbhatt
Trupti Telrandhe (left) pictured with Kalyani Brahmbhatt (right) last yearTrupti Telrandhe (left) pictured with Kalyani Brahmbhatt (right) last year
Husband and wife Kalyani and Gaurav Brahmbhatt were onboard the Air India flight, their close friend Trupti Telrandhe told the BBC.Husband and wife Kalyani and Gaurav Brahmbhatt were onboard the Air India flight, their close friend Trupti Telrandhe told the BBC.
She said Gaurav and her husband Amul worked together for five years in a company in Burton-upon-Trent in the UK.She said Gaurav and her husband Amul worked together for five years in a company in Burton-upon-Trent in the UK.
"This was the time we all met together and started our family journey in 2009," she said."This was the time we all met together and started our family journey in 2009," she said.
"They were very close friends," the pharmacist from Derby said. "They never used to tell us that they're going to visit us. It was always a surprise visit.""They were very close friends," the pharmacist from Derby said. "They never used to tell us that they're going to visit us. It was always a surprise visit."
She described them as "extremely hard-working and very friendly" adding they were "fun-loving" and "always motivated us to have big dreams".She described them as "extremely hard-working and very friendly" adding they were "fun-loving" and "always motivated us to have big dreams".
The Girish familyThe Girish family
A family of four, from north-west London, have also been identified.A family of four, from north-west London, have also been identified.
Hemaxi Shantilal and her husband Girish Lagli, from Wembley, were on board the London-bound flight with their young children Aadiv and Taksvi Girish.Hemaxi Shantilal and her husband Girish Lagli, from Wembley, were on board the London-bound flight with their young children Aadiv and Taksvi Girish.
It is believed the family were sat in row 30 of the aircraft with Taksvi sitting on an adult's lap.It is believed the family were sat in row 30 of the aircraft with Taksvi sitting on an adult's lap.
Fiongal and Jamie Greenlaw-MeekFiongal and Jamie Greenlaw-Meek
Fiongal and Jamie Greenlaw-Meek posted an Instagram story before their flightFiongal and Jamie Greenlaw-Meek posted an Instagram story before their flight
Fiongal and Jamie Greenlaw-Meek, a married British couple, ran a spiritual wellness centre in London.Fiongal and Jamie Greenlaw-Meek, a married British couple, ran a spiritual wellness centre in London.
They posted on Instagram earlier on Thursday saying they were about to board the flight from Ahmedabad airport.They posted on Instagram earlier on Thursday saying they were about to board the flight from Ahmedabad airport.
In the video, they were seen laughing and joking with each other about their trip to India.In the video, they were seen laughing and joking with each other about their trip to India.
The Joshi familyThe Joshi family
Derby Hindu Temple said Dr Prateek Joshi, his wife and three children died in the crashDerby Hindu Temple said Dr Prateek Joshi, his wife and three children died in the crash
A consultant radiologist from Derby, his wife and three young children have been named among the victims.A consultant radiologist from Derby, his wife and three young children have been named among the victims.
Prateek Joshi, who worked at the Royal Derby Hospital since 2021, is believed to have been travelling back from India, where his wife Komi Vyas and their three children - five-year-old twin boys Nakul and Pradyut and eight-year-old daughter Miraya, eight - were based.Prateek Joshi, who worked at the Royal Derby Hospital since 2021, is believed to have been travelling back from India, where his wife Komi Vyas and their three children - five-year-old twin boys Nakul and Pradyut and eight-year-old daughter Miraya, eight - were based.
A colleague who worked closely with Dr Joshi described him as a "wonderful man" and said his passing had "left a profound void".A colleague who worked closely with Dr Joshi described him as a "wonderful man" and said his passing had "left a profound void".
"Prateek was full of joy," Dr Rajeev Singh, clinical director for imaging at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB), said. "He approached everything with a smile, radiated positivity and had a great sense of humour."Prateek was full of joy," Dr Rajeev Singh, clinical director for imaging at University Hospitals of Derby and Burton (UHDB), said. "He approached everything with a smile, radiated positivity and had a great sense of humour.
"He touched the lives of so many people, both through his clinical work and as a colleague and friend to many.""He touched the lives of so many people, both through his clinical work and as a colleague and friend to many."
Dr Singh added it was "hard to accept" that a man with such a passion for life and his beautiful young family had been taken in this way.Dr Singh added it was "hard to accept" that a man with such a passion for life and his beautiful young family had been taken in this way.
The Derby Hindu Temple paid tribute to the family on its Facebook page saying: "Dr Joshi [and his family] were devotees of our Mandir and supported us through their sincere service and dedication.The Derby Hindu Temple paid tribute to the family on its Facebook page saying: "Dr Joshi [and his family] were devotees of our Mandir and supported us through their sincere service and dedication.
"We pray to Lord Shiva to grant eternal peace to the departed souls and to give strength to the bereaved family to bear this immense loss.""We pray to Lord Shiva to grant eternal peace to the departed souls and to give strength to the bereaved family to bear this immense loss."
Neil Ryan, who lived next door to them for two years, also described them as "the nicest family".Neil Ryan, who lived next door to them for two years, also described them as "the nicest family".
Mohammed Adnan MasterMohammed Adnan Master
Mohammed Adnan Master had a wife and 11-month-old baby, according to the mosque where he worshipped.Mohammed Adnan Master had a wife and 11-month-old baby, according to the mosque where he worshipped.
The Cann Hall Deen & Education Trust, east London, posted on social media: "Our sincerest condolences are extended to his wife and 11-month-old baby."The Cann Hall Deen & Education Trust, east London, posted on social media: "Our sincerest condolences are extended to his wife and 11-month-old baby."
Raxa Modha and her two-year-old grandson, Rudra ModhaRaxa Modha and her two-year-old grandson, Rudra Modha
It is believed that Raxa Modha's husband, Kishor Modha, recently died in India from cancerIt is believed that Raxa Modha's husband, Kishor Modha, recently died in India from cancer
A woman and her grandson from Wellingborough, Northamptonshire were also on board the plane.A woman and her grandson from Wellingborough, Northamptonshire were also on board the plane.
Raxa Modha, and her two-year-old grandson, Rudra, were believed to have been flying back to England for a memorial service for Ms Modha's late husband, Kishor, who died in April from cancer.Raxa Modha, and her two-year-old grandson, Rudra, were believed to have been flying back to England for a memorial service for Ms Modha's late husband, Kishor, who died in April from cancer.
Raj Mishra, the mayor of Wellingborough, said: "I extend my deepest condolences to their families, friends and all those affected by this heartbreaking event.Raj Mishra, the mayor of Wellingborough, said: "I extend my deepest condolences to their families, friends and all those affected by this heartbreaking event.
"May their memories be a blessing, and may we come together to support one another in this time of grief.""May their memories be a blessing, and may we come together to support one another in this time of grief."
Panna NagarPanna Nagar
Former nursery school headteacher and Ofsted inspector Panna Nagar also died in the crash, her family confirmed.Former nursery school headteacher and Ofsted inspector Panna Nagar also died in the crash, her family confirmed.
A social media post signed from her four grandchildren said: "Her work in education and numerous charities brought her around the world, her legacy is undoubtedly immense and she touched so many lives with her passion.A social media post signed from her four grandchildren said: "Her work in education and numerous charities brought her around the world, her legacy is undoubtedly immense and she touched so many lives with her passion.
"She created an international community through her care for people and a desire to bring education to everyone.""She created an international community through her care for people and a desire to bring education to everyone."
They added: "Her impact will be remembered indefinitely. She poured an endless amount of love, passion and care into everything that she did.They added: "Her impact will be remembered indefinitely. She poured an endless amount of love, passion and care into everything that she did.
"Nani was the heart of the family, she held us together with her warmth and wisdom. Her house was never quiet, it was always filled with laughter, good food and Maya's barks!"Nani was the heart of the family, she held us together with her warmth and wisdom. Her house was never quiet, it was always filled with laughter, good food and Maya's barks!
"As her grandchildren she was everything to us, she taught us that our ambitions and passions are so important, that the time we have together is sacred and precious."As her grandchildren she was everything to us, she taught us that our ambitions and passions are so important, that the time we have together is sacred and precious.
"She shaped our lives in more ways than we can count and she will be sorely missed.""She shaped our lives in more ways than we can count and she will be sorely missed."
Ms Nagar was head of Northfleet Nursery School in Gravesend, Kent, for 15 years from 2005.Ms Nagar was head of Northfleet Nursery School in Gravesend, Kent, for 15 years from 2005.
The school said she was "more than just an educator".The school said she was "more than just an educator".
"She was a guiding light, an inspiration and a champion for every child and staff member lucky enough to walk through her doors," it said."She was a guiding light, an inspiration and a champion for every child and staff member lucky enough to walk through her doors," it said.
Renjitha Gopakumaran NairRenjitha Gopakumaran Nair
Renjitha Gopakumaran Nair was a nurse who had just resigned from her job at Portsmouth's Queen Alexandra Hospital.Renjitha Gopakumaran Nair was a nurse who had just resigned from her job at Portsmouth's Queen Alexandra Hospital.
She was finalising a permanent move back home to India to be with her two children and elderly mother, and had travelled out there to submit documents for a nursing post in Kerala.She was finalising a permanent move back home to India to be with her two children and elderly mother, and had travelled out there to submit documents for a nursing post in Kerala.
Her family said she had even set a date for a housewarming party at her newly-built home in the city.Her family said she had even set a date for a housewarming party at her newly-built home in the city.
Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust described her as a "much-loved and valued member" of their nursing team and said her loss has come as a shock.Portsmouth Hospitals University NHS Trust described her as a "much-loved and valued member" of their nursing team and said her loss has come as a shock.
She had a 12-year-old daughter and a 15-year-old son.She had a 12-year-old daughter and a 15-year-old son.
The Nanabawa familyThe Nanabawa family
Akeel Nanabawa and Hannaa Vorajee were on a surprise trip to India with their daughter SaraAkeel Nanabawa and Hannaa Vorajee were on a surprise trip to India with their daughter Sara
Three of the British nationals thought to have died in the incident were a family who lived in Gloucester.Three of the British nationals thought to have died in the incident were a family who lived in Gloucester.
Akeel Nanabawa, his wife Hannaa Vorajee and their four-year-old daughter Sara Nanabawa were all on board the flight.Akeel Nanabawa, his wife Hannaa Vorajee and their four-year-old daughter Sara Nanabawa were all on board the flight.
A statement on behalf of their family said they were "heartbroken" and "devastated", adding that "we are still coming to terms with the enormity of what has happened".A statement on behalf of their family said they were "heartbroken" and "devastated", adding that "we are still coming to terms with the enormity of what has happened".
"They were widely loved and deeply respected," Imam Abdullah said."They were widely loved and deeply respected," Imam Abdullah said.
"His [Akeel's] quiet generosity, her [Hannaa's] warmth and kindness, and their daughter's [Sara's] bright, joyful spirit made a lasting impact on everyone who knew them."His [Akeel's] quiet generosity, her [Hannaa's] warmth and kindness, and their daughter's [Sara's] bright, joyful spirit made a lasting impact on everyone who knew them.
"This tragedy has shaken our entire community. In a place where people know and care for one another, the pain is being shared by many.""This tragedy has shaken our entire community. In a place where people know and care for one another, the pain is being shared by many."
Gloucester Muslim Society said it passed on its "most sincere and deepest condolences".Gloucester Muslim Society said it passed on its "most sincere and deepest condolences".
"No words can truly ease the pain of such a profound loss, but we pray that the family may find solace in the tremendous outpouring of compassion and solidarity from communities across the world."No words can truly ease the pain of such a profound loss, but we pray that the family may find solace in the tremendous outpouring of compassion and solidarity from communities across the world.
"May their cherished memories provide comfort, and may they rest in eternal peace.""May their cherished memories provide comfort, and may they rest in eternal peace."
What could have caused Air India plane to crash in 30 seconds?What could have caused Air India plane to crash in 30 seconds?
Verified video shows Air India plane descending moments before impactVerified video shows Air India plane descending moments before impact
What we know so far about flight AI171What we know so far about flight AI171
Ashok and Shobhana PatelAshok and Shobhana Patel
Ashok Patel, a financial adviser, and Shobhana Patel, a retired microbiologist, were living in Orpington, Kent.Ashok Patel, a financial adviser, and Shobhana Patel, a retired microbiologist, were living in Orpington, Kent.
The British couple were on the plane returning home to their two sons, Miten and Hemit, their daughter-in-law Shivani, as well as two grandchildren, Amyra and Arjun.The British couple were on the plane returning home to their two sons, Miten and Hemit, their daughter-in-law Shivani, as well as two grandchildren, Amyra and Arjun.
Miten, the eldest son, told the BBC the couple had spoken to him and Amyra whilst waiting for their flight to depart. They said they were excited that they would soon see their grandchildren again.Miten, the eldest son, told the BBC the couple had spoken to him and Amyra whilst waiting for their flight to depart. They said they were excited that they would soon see their grandchildren again.
They were both full of life and never gave up when times were tough, Miten said.They were both full of life and never gave up when times were tough, Miten said.
"We were so fortunate and so proud to have been given them as our parents, we will miss them every day and make sure the kids remember the good times with Baa and Dada [grandma and granddad]," he added."We were so fortunate and so proud to have been given them as our parents, we will miss them every day and make sure the kids remember the good times with Baa and Dada [grandma and granddad]," he added.
Manju Mahesh Patel
Manju Mahesh Patel, 79, had been staying in Ahmedabad while doing charity work at a temple, her son Chirag told Sky News.
She was sitting in seat 12D - just one row behind the one surviving passenger, her son said.
Chirag said his mother was a strong woman who "really loved her family".
He said she had packed her suitcase with lollipops and special crisps to give to her grandchildren when she returned to London.
Ajay Kumar RameshAjay Kumar Ramesh
Ajay Kumar Ramesh was on the flight, sat alongside his brother, the British surviving passenger Vishwashkumar Ramesh.Ajay Kumar Ramesh was on the flight, sat alongside his brother, the British surviving passenger Vishwashkumar Ramesh.
His cousin, Ajay Valgi, told the BBC that Vishwashkumar Ramesh had called his family to say he was "fine", but he did not know the whereabouts of his brother.His cousin, Ajay Valgi, told the BBC that Vishwashkumar Ramesh had called his family to say he was "fine", but he did not know the whereabouts of his brother.
Vijay RupaniVijay Rupani
Vijay Rupani, former chief minister of India's Gujarat state, was killed in the crash, the country's civil aviation minister told reporters.Vijay Rupani, former chief minister of India's Gujarat state, was killed in the crash, the country's civil aviation minister told reporters.
Rupani served as the chief minister of the western Indian state from 2016-21.Rupani served as the chief minister of the western Indian state from 2016-21.
He was a member of the governing BJP party.He was a member of the governing BJP party.
Ketan ShahKetan Shah
Ketan Shah is survived by his wife MeghaKetan Shah is survived by his wife Megha
Father-of-two Ketan Shah was among the passengers on the plane.Father-of-two Ketan Shah was among the passengers on the plane.
The 43-year-old had lived in Dorset for more than a decade, and is survived by his wife Megha, a teenage son and daughter.The 43-year-old had lived in Dorset for more than a decade, and is survived by his wife Megha, a teenage son and daughter.
He ran a village community store in Shipton Bellinger, Hampshire, and was visiting India to see his sick father.He ran a village community store in Shipton Bellinger, Hampshire, and was visiting India to see his sick father.
His close friend of more than 15 years Jigneshkumar Patel said he was "still trying to process this heart-breaking news" and he was "like a brother" to him.His close friend of more than 15 years Jigneshkumar Patel said he was "still trying to process this heart-breaking news" and he was "like a brother" to him.
He said a tribute to him was being arranged in Southampton.He said a tribute to him was being arranged in Southampton.
"Before the plane took off he called his wife to tell her he was on the flight and that's the last conversation she had with him," Mr Patel said."Before the plane took off he called his wife to tell her he was on the flight and that's the last conversation she had with him," Mr Patel said.
SingsonSingson
Singson was a member of the cabin crew on board Air India flight 171, her family said.Singson was a member of the cabin crew on board Air India flight 171, her family said.
Outside the Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad, her cousin, T. Thanglingo Haokip, told the BBC he was trying to get information about her but was unsuccessful.Outside the Civil Hospital in Ahmedabad, her cousin, T. Thanglingo Haokip, told the BBC he was trying to get information about her but was unsuccessful.
He added that Singson had a mother and brother who were "wholly dependent on her" as she "was the only breadwinner" in her family.He added that Singson had a mother and brother who were "wholly dependent on her" as she "was the only breadwinner" in her family.
The Syed familyThe Syed family
Javed Syed and Mariam Syed were on the flight with their two childrenJaved Syed and Mariam Syed were on the flight with their two children
Also on the plane were Javed Syed and his wife Mariam, from west London.Also on the plane were Javed Syed and his wife Mariam, from west London.
They were onboard with their two young children Zayn and Amani, and were returning from a holiday in India.They were onboard with their two young children Zayn and Amani, and were returning from a holiday in India.
Mrs Syed worked at Harrods and Mr Syed worked at a west London hotel.Mrs Syed worked at Harrods and Mr Syed worked at a west London hotel.
Adam and Hasina Taju, and their son-in-law Altafhusen PatelAdam and Hasina Taju, and their son-in-law Altafhusen Patel
Adam Taju, 72, and his wife Hasina, 70, were flying back from Ahmedabad with their 51-year-old son-in-law, Altafhusen Patel. All three lived in London.Adam Taju, 72, and his wife Hasina, 70, were flying back from Ahmedabad with their 51-year-old son-in-law, Altafhusen Patel. All three lived in London.
The couple's granddaughter, Ammaarah Taju, spoke of her shock and disbelief at her parents home in Blackburn.The couple's granddaughter, Ammaarah Taju, spoke of her shock and disbelief at her parents home in Blackburn.
She said her father, Altaf Taju, had driven to London to be with his sister as they received updates about the crash from Air India and government officials.She said her father, Altaf Taju, had driven to London to be with his sister as they received updates about the crash from Air India and government officials.