The tragic Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad has resulted in a death toll of 270 as of Saturday (June 14, 2025), leaving families frustrated with delays in receiving the badly charred bodies of their loved ones.

The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, carrying 242 passengers en route to Britain's Gatwick Airport, experienced a sudden loss of altitude shortly after take-off on Thursday. The aircraft then crashed into buildings below, resulting in a fireball and marking the world's worst aviation disaster in the past decade.

Dhaval Gameti, president of the Junior Doctors Association at B.J. Medical College, confirmed that at least 270 bodies have been recovered from the crash site.

Out of the 242 passengers and crew members on board, only one survived the crash. The remaining individuals lost their lives as the plane collided with the medical college's hostel during its descent. This tragedy has raised concerns about Air India's reputation and fleet, especially since the Tata Group acquired the airline from the Indian government in 2022. Tata's chairman expressed a desire to investigate the incident further, stating that details are currently unclear.

Authorities are examining various factors related to the crash, such as engine thrust, flaps, and the status of the landing gear during take-off and landing. The investigation is ongoing to determine the cause of the catastrophic event.

Family members of the victims have been anxiously waiting outside an Ahmedabad hospital for updates on the release of their loved ones' bodies. Medical professionals are working diligently to collect dental samples from the deceased for identification purposes and DNA profiling.

Rafiq Abdul Hafiz Memon, who lost four relatives in the crash, expressed frustration over the lack of information provided by authorities. He pleaded for clarity regarding the release of the victims' bodies, emphasizing the emotional turmoil experienced by grieving families.

Another parent, mourning the loss of his son Harshad Patel, voiced concerns about the delay in DNA profiling, which authorities estimated would take 72 hours. While acknowledging the efforts of the authorities, he emphasized the dwindling patience among families awaiting closure.

Due to the severe burns sustained by most victims, dental samples are being utilized for identification purposes. Forensic dentist Jaishankar Pillai revealed that they possess dental records for 135 charred victims, which will be cross-referenced with prior dental charts, radiographs, and other records for accurate identification.