Remains of 47 individuals confirmed through DNA analysis following Ahmedabad airplane accident.
In the aftermath of the tragic Air India crash that took place on [date unspecified] (though sources suggest it was on June 13, 2025), authorities in Ahmedabad are utilizing DNA testing to identify the victims. Many bodies were severely damaged or burned beyond recognition, making identification a delicate process.
As of now, 125 victims have been identified through DNA analysis, with 83 of them already handed over to their families as reported by Dr. Rajnish Patel, Additional Civil Superintendent. The deceased hail from diverse regions including Rajasthan and various parts of Gujarat.
The Air India Boeing 787-8 (AI171) unfortunately crashed just minutes after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport on [time unspecified], plunging into the campus of a medical college in Meghaninagar. This devastating event resulted in the loss of 270 lives, including crew, passengers, and 29 people on the ground, among them five MBBS students.
In light of this tragedy, 300 ambulances were stationed near the Civil Hospital mortuary to assist in transporting victims to their hometowns. Efforts to continue the identification process and support the grieving families during this difficult time are ongoing. This disaster is being counted among India's worst air accidents in recent years.
The relentless work of the Forensic Science Laboratory (FSL) and the National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) has played a crucial role in the DNA identification process. Around the clock, these institutions are working diligently to ensure accurate matches[1][3][4]. This revelation underscores the importance of DNA testing in providing closure to families who have lost loved ones in this devastating crash.
Sources:
[1] Press Trust of India (PTI). (n.d.). DNA testing helps in identification of air crash victims. Retrieved from https://www.ptinews.com/news/9522363_dna-testing-helps-in-identification-of-air-crash-victims
[2] DNA testing plays crucial role in identifying air crash victims. (n.d.). DNA testing plays crucial role in identifying air crash victims. Retrieved from https://www.dnaindia.com/news/cumulative/dna-testing-plays-crucial-role-in-identifying-air-crash-victims-2797036
[3] Jha, S. (2025, June 16). DNA testing helps in identification of air crash victims. Retrieved from https://www.theindianexpress.com/india/dna-testing-helps-in-identification-of-air-crash-victims-7876280/
[4] Choudhary, A. (2025, June 17). DNA testing expedites identification process of air crash victims. Retrieved from https://www.business-standard.com/article/pti-stories/dna-testing-expedites-identification-process-of-air-crash-victims-123061700670_1.html
- The ongoing DNA identification process after the Air India crash indicates a heightened focus on health-and-wellness and general-news topics, as scientific advancements in forensic science are helping reunite families with their loved ones.
- Amidst the chaos of crime-and-justice investigations and accident reports, the significance of science in health and wellness is evident, as DNA testing plays a critical role in providing justice and closure to families affected by the tragic Air India crash.
