Sole Survivor’s Escape: A Miraculous Tale from Air India Crash
Sole Survivor’s Escape: A Miraculous Tale from Air India Crash
Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a 40-year-old British national, is clinging to life, the apparent sole survivor of the devastating Air India flight 171 crash. The Boeing 787-8 plummeted to the ground less than a minute after takeoff from Ahmedabad, India on June 12th, carrying 242 passengers and crew.
The London-bound flight’s wreckage is a scene of unimaginable tragedy. Yet, amidst the debris, Ramesh emerged, his survival a near-miracle. Suffering from impact injuries to his chest, eyes, and feet, he recounted his ordeal to the Hindustan Times from his hospital bed. “It all happened so quickly,” he said. “When I got up, there were bodies all around me. I was scared. I stood up and ran. There were pieces of the plane all around me.”
He vividly described his escape: “Someone grabbed hold of me and put me in an ambulance and brought me to the hospital.” Ahmedabad’s police chief, G.S. Malik, confirmed Ramesh’s account, showing reporters his boarding pass for seat 11A. While authorities haven’t definitively confirmed the death toll, Ramesh’s survival stands in stark contrast to the immense loss.
The crash leaves a trail of unanswered questions. The cause remains under investigation. Adding to the heartbreak, Ramesh revealed his brother, Ajay, was also on board, seated in a different row. “He was traveling with me, and I can’t find him anymore. Please help me find him,” Ramesh pleaded.
The passenger manifest included 169 Indian nationals, 53 British citizens, seven Portuguese nationals, and one Canadian. Ramesh’s story is one of unimaginable resilience, a testament to the human spirit amidst profound tragedy. His desperate search for his brother underscores the devastating impact of this catastrophic event.
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