New Delhi, June 12: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed deep shock over the tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad, describing the incident as “heartbreaking beyond words.”
“The tragedy in Ahmedabad has stunned and saddened us. It is heartbreaking beyond words. In this sad hour, my thoughts are with everyone affected by it. I have been in touch with ministers and authorities who are working to assist those affected,” PM Modi said in a post on X on Thursday.
President Droupadi Murmu stated: I am deeply distressed to learn about the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. It is a heart-rending disaster. My thoughts and prayers are with the affected people. The nation stands with them in this hour of indescribable grief.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah also conveyed his condolences and said all necessary response mechanisms had been activated.
“Pained beyond words by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Disaster response forces have been quickly rushed to the crash site. I have spoken with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, Home Minister Harsh Sanghavi, and the Commissioner of Police, Ahmedabad, to assess the situation,” he posted on X.
BJP National President and Union Minister J.P. Nadda called the crash “extremely tragic” and said he had been in touch with state leaders to monitor relief efforts.
“I spoke with Gujarat BJP State President and Union Minister C.R. Paatil and Health Minister Rushikesh Patel to get updates on healthcare arrangements and relief operations,” Nadda said.
J&K LG Manoj Sinha expressed shock over the plane crash. “Deeply shocked and pained by the flight crash in Ahmedabad. My prayers are with the passengers and their families,” Office of J&K LG, wrote.
National Conference (NC) President, Dr Farooq Abdullah and party’s Vice President and Chief Minister Omar Abdullah expressed profound grief over the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad.
“JKNC President Dr. Farooq Abdullah and Vice President & CM @OmarAbdullah have expressed profound grief over the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. Their thoughts and prayers are with the victims and all those affected by this unimaginable tragedy, and they prayed for strength to the bereaved during this difficult time,” JKNC wrote on X.
Leader of Opposition in Legislative Assembly and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader, Sunil Sharma prayed for speedy recovery of the injured.
“Shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic plane crash in Ahmedabad. My heartfelt condolences to the families of those who lost their lives. Praying for the speedy recovery of the injured,” Sharma wrote.
He urged BJP workers to assist in rescue efforts.
“I appeal to all BJP workers to actively engage in relief and rescue operations and provide every possible assistance to the affected families. I pray for strength for the bereaved and a speedy recovery for the injured,” he added.
Prez, PM Modi, Shah, LG, CM express grief
