Air India Provides Interim Compensation to Families of Ahmedabad Plane Crash Victims
Air India has taken significant steps to support the families of victims from the recent Ahmedabad plane crash, providing interim compensation and establishing a dedicated trust. With 147 families receiving immediate financial assistance, the airline aims to address the urgent needs of those affected. The Tata Group, the airline's current owner, has committed to further aid through the 'AI-171 Memorial and Welfare Trust,' which promises substantial support for reconstruction and relief efforts. This tragic incident, which claimed 260 lives, has prompted Air India to enhance its safety measures and undergo thorough inspections of its fleet. Read on to learn more about the airline's response and ongoing commitments.
| Jul 26, 2025, 19:27 IST
Compensation for Victims' Families
On Saturday, Air India announced that it has disbursed interim compensation to the families of the 147 individuals who tragically lost their lives in the plane crash that occurred last month in Ahmedabad, Gujarat. The airline also confirmed that the necessary documentation for 52 additional individuals has been verified, and their families will receive interim compensation in due course. Expressing solidarity with the victims' families, Air India stated its commitment to providing support during this challenging time. The airline began issuing an interim payment of ₹2.5 million over a month ago to assist affected families with their immediate financial needs. This interim payment will be adjusted against any final compensation.
Details on Compensation and Trust Fund
To date, Air India has issued interim compensation to the families of 147 out of 229 deceased passengers, along with compensation for 19 individuals who lost their lives at the crash site. The airline revealed that its current owner, the Tata Group, has established the 'AI-171 Memorial and Welfare Trust,' dedicated to the victims of the Ahmedabad plane crash. The trust has pledged to provide a grace amount of ₹10 million in honor of each deceased individual and will also assist in the reconstruction of the infrastructure at the BJ Medical College hostel that was damaged during the incident. Furthermore, the trust will offer support to first responders, medical and disaster relief professionals, social workers, and government employees who provided invaluable institutional support and services following the tragedy.
Crash Incident Overview
The plane crash in Ahmedabad on June 12 resulted in the deaths of 260 passengers. The aircraft was en route to London’s Gatwick Airport but crashed just seconds after takeoff. Following this incident, Air India has been under close scrutiny and has implemented several measures, including a temporary reduction in flight numbers and a thorough inspection of its Boeing 787 and 737 fleets. The airline has completed inspections of the fuel switches on its B787 fleet. Additionally, the company is adhering to a 'safety pause,' which is a deliberate strategy to temporarily reduce its international and domestic networks.