Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer extended his condolences to the passengers and families of those aboard the Air India flight that crashed in Ahmedabad. The Boeing 787 Dreamliner, en route to Gatwick, carried 244 people, with a significant number being British nationals. Starmer described the incident as deeply distressing and confirmed that the UK government is cooperating with local Indian authorities to ascertain details and extend support. Foreign Secretary David Lammy echoed these sentiments, emphasizing concern and support for all affected by the tragedy.
The scenes emerging of a London-bound plane carrying many British nationals crashing in the Indian city of Ahmedabad are devastating. I am being kept updated as the situation develops, and my thoughts are with the passengers and their families at this deeply distressing time.
Deeply saddened by news of a devastating plane crash in Ahmedabad, India. My thoughts are with all those affected. The UK is working with local authorities in India to urgently establish the facts and provide support.
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