New Delhi: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi along with World Leaders today expressed profound grief and shock over the tragic Air India flight crash in Ahmedabad.
PM Shri Modi, stating that the incident has “stunned and saddened” the nation and is “heartbreaking beyond words.” In a post on X, he conveyed his thoughts to all affected and confirmed continuous communication with ministers and authorities to ensure swift and effective assistance.
The devastating incident, which saw a London-bound Air India flight carrying 242 people crash shortly after takeoff, has also drawn an outpouring of condolences from world leaders. Messages of sympathy and solidarity have been extended by numerous heads of state and international organizations.
Among those who have expressed their sorrow are:
- UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer: Described the scenes as “devastating,” especially given the presence of many British nationals on board, and stated that he is being kept updated on the situation.
- Russian President Vladimir Putin: Sent his “deepest condolences” to President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, extending sympathy and support to the victims’ families.
- Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy: Called the crash “horrible news” and offered his deepest condolences to Prime Minister Modi and the people of India, noting that thoughts are with victims’ relatives in India, the UK, Portugal, and Canada.
- European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen: Shared her “heartbreaking news” sentiments, stating that “Europe stands in solidarity with you and the people of India in this moment of sorrow.”
- Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney: Expressed devastation upon learning of the crash, which included a Canadian national, and conveyed his thoughts to the loved ones of everyone on board.
- Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni: Conveyed her “sincere condolences to the families of the victims and our full solidarity with the Indian people in this moment of great sorrow.”
- UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres: Expressed deep sadness and offered “heartfelt condolences” to the families and loved ones of all affected.
- Prime Minister of Singapore Lawrence Wong: Stated he was “deeply saddened by the tragic Air India plane crash… The loss of so many lives is heartbreaking.”
- President of Sri Lanka Anura Kumara Dissanayake: Expressed profound sadness and solidarity, highlighting the civilian casualties on the ground, including young medical students.
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu: Shared his sadness and offered prayers to the families of the fallen.
- German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul: Said Germany was following the “shocking images” and offered “heartfelt prayers” to those hoping for their loved ones.
- French Ambassador to India Thierry Mathou: Conveyed France’s deep sadness and full solidarity.
- Chief Advisor of the Interim Government of Bangladesh Muhammad Yunus: Expressed shock and stated that Bangladesh stands with India in this difficult hour.
The international community stands united with India in mourning this profound loss, as rescue and relief operations continue at the crash site.