Ahmedabad, June 13, (Newshub Desk) – Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the grieving family of former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who lost his life in the Air India Boeing 787 Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad.
The crash, which occurred minutes after takeoff on a scheduled flight to London, claimed the lives of all 242 passengers on board.
PM Modi expressed profound sorrow over Rupani’s unexpected demise and assured his family of full government support.
In a heartfelt post on X (formerly Twitter), the Prime Minister reminisced about his decades-long association with Rupani, describing him as “humble and hardworking, firmly committed to the BJP’s ideology.”
Reflecting on Rupani’s contributions, Modi highlighted the former leader’s efforts in improving Gujarat’s Ease of Living, governance, and infrastructure development during his tenure as chief minister.
This tragic event marks the second time a former Gujarat CM has died in an air disaster, shaking the state’s political landscape.
The accident has sent shockwaves across the nation, prompting aviation authorities to launch a comprehensive investigation into potential technical failures that may have led to the crash.
Leaders from across the political spectrum have shared their condolences, underscoring Rupani’s lasting influence on Gujarat’s governance.
