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Mangaluru Student’s 170-Hour Bharatanatyam Marathon Earns World Record Glory

Mangaluru, July 28, 2025: In an extraordinary display of endurance, artistry, and devotion, Remona Evette Pereira, a student of St Aloysius (Deemed to be University), has secured her place in the Golden Book of World Records by performing Bharatanatyam non-stop for 170 hours over seven consecutive days.

The historic achievement was formally recognized on July 28 during a felicitation ceremony at St Aloysius, where Dr. Manish Vishnoei, Asia Head of the Golden Book of World Records, presented Remona with the prestigious honor. “Bharatanatyam is not just movement but an expression of profound emotion through the body,” Dr. Vishnoei said. “When Remona proposed this, I suggested a five-day performance, but her resolve to dance for seven days—10,200 minutes with minimal rest—was unimaginable. Her perseverance and divine grace set a new benchmark, surpassing the previous record of 127 hours.”

Remona began her marathon at the Robert Sequeira Hall on July 21, continuing until the afternoon of July 28. She was allowed a 15-minute break every three hours, supported by a team of medical interns monitoring her vitals and a simple diet of fruits, dry fruits, and light meals. Despite minor headaches and fatigue, her determination never wavered. She broke the previous record, set by 16-year-old Sudhir Jagpat from Latur in 2023 for 127 hours, on the evening of July 26 and pressed on to complete her seven-day goal.

University and Community Celebrate a Historic Feat

Dr. Praveen Martis, Vice Chancellor of St Aloysius, hailed the achievement as a proud moment for the university. “Two years ago, Remona shared her vision with me. Last year, we consulted the Golden Book to assess its feasibility. This wasn’t just physical endurance—it was a spiritual tribute to Bharatanatyam’s depth,” he said. Recalling a key moment, he added, “When she crossed 127 hours, I asked if she wanted to stop. With quiet resolve, she said she’d finish what she started—and she did, with remarkable grace.”

Fr. Melwin Pinto, Rector of St Aloysius Institutions, described the performance as a meditative act. “This wasn’t just dance—it was a state of meditation. To perform for days with minimal sleep is beyond comprehension. ‘Congratulations’ feels inadequate for what she’s achieved.”

A Community Effort and a Mentor’s Pride

Remona’s journey was bolstered by unwavering support from her mentor, Dr. Vidya Muralidharan of Saurabha Natyalaya, who has trained her for 13 years. “Remona dances with her heart,” Dr. Vidya said. “This record is a revival of Bharatanatyam’s elegance for the younger generation.” To sustain the marathon, Dr. Vidya curated a three-hour audio set of Bharatanatyam compositions in various Dravidian languages, strategically repeated to match the performance’s duration.

Sujan, a member of the Horizon Dance Team, recounted the emotional experience of supporting Remona. “The first two days were quiet, but soon the hall was packed, even at midnight. Her parents, teachers, and friends gave her immense strength. We believed in her completely.”

A Cultural Triumph

The felicitation ceremony was attended by dignitaries, including MLC Ivan D’Souza, Remona’s mother Gladis Celine, and fellow artistes who witnessed the week-long performance. What Remona has accomplished transcends a personal milestone—it is a cultural beacon. In an era where traditional art forms compete with digital distractions, her seven-day dance marathon stands as a testament to discipline, resilience, and the timeless beauty of Indian classical dance. For those who watched, it was not just a record but a profound revelation.

July 28, 2025

Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Full Passenger List and Casualty Details Released

Ahmedabad, June 12, 2025: The tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, has left the nation in mourning. The flight, carrying 242 passengers and crew members, crashed into the Meghani Nagar area near Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport shortly after takeoff at 1:38 PM on Thursday, June 12, 2025. The devastating incident, marked by a massive fire fueled by the plane’s heavy fuel load, has resulted in significant loss of life, with authorities confirming at least 204 fatalities and one known survivor. Below is the detailed information available regarding the passengers, crew, and casualties, based on official statements and media reports.

Passenger and Crew Details

Air India has released the passenger manifest, confirming that the flight carried 230 passengers and 12 crew members, including 2 pilots and 10 cabin crew. The passengers included 169 Indian nationals, 53 British nationals, 7 Portuguese nationals, and 1 Canadian national. Among the notable passengers was former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, who has been confirmed deceased. Two cabin crew members from Manipur, Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma and Lamnunthem Singson, were also among the victims.

Casualty and Survivor Status

Fatalities: At least 204 bodies have been recovered, with estimates suggesting up to 294 deaths, including passengers, crew, and individuals on the ground, such as medical students at the BJ Medical College hostel where the plane crashed. The exact number of casualties is still being verified through DNA testing due to the severe burning of many bodies.

Survivor: One passenger, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh, a 40-year-old British national of Indian origin seated in 11A next to an emergency exit, miraculously survived. He was reported to be limping and injured but was rescued by locals and is receiving treatment in a local hospital.

Injured: Ahmedabad police have released a list of 25 injured individuals, primarily males aged 18–25, with two men aged 43 and 52, and two females. These individuals are being treated at various hospitals in Ahmedabad.

Ground Casualties: The plane crashed into a doctors’ hostel at BJ Medical College, resulting in the deaths of at least three MBBS students and injuries to 45 others. At least four students remain missing, with two in critical condition.

Passenger List and Status

Due to the scale of the tragedy and the ongoing identification process, a complete list of all 242 passengers and crew members with individual statuses is not yet fully available in public sources. However, the following table compiles the known details based on verified reports, including confirmed casualties and the sole survivor. The passenger list includes 217 adults, 11 children, and 2 infants.

Ahmedabad Air India Flight AI171 Passenger and Crew List

Sl No.	Name	Nationality	Status	Details
1	A Amin	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
2	Subhashchandra Amin	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
3	Neha Pramukh Nanda	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
4	Pravesh Pramukh Nanda	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
5	Prayash Pramukh Nanda	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
6	Babiben Kuberbhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
7	Dilip Mahendrabhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
8	K Patel (British)	British	Unknown	Male, Distinct from Indian K Patel due to nationality. Status unconfirmed.
9	K Patel (Indian)	Indian	Unknown	Male, Distinct from British K Patel due to nationality. Status unconfirmed.
10	Meena Dilip Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
11	S Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
12	Vijay Ramniklal Rupani	Indian	Deceased	Male, former Gujarat Chief Minister, confirmed deceased by BJP MP Sambit Patra and Union Minister C R Patil.
13	Alpa Nishith Soni	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
14	Swapnil Sonti	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
15	Yoga Sonti	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
16	Vallabh Nagji Agheda	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
17	Vinaben Vallabh Agheda	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
18	Manav Amrutlal	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
19	H Avaiya	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
20	Manish Babu	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
21	Chandu Baguane	Portuguese	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
22	Dhir Baxi	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
23	Heer Baxi	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
24	Deepanshi Bhaoduriya	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
25	Santubhai Bica	Portuguese	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
26	G Brahmbhatt	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
27	Kalyanigaurav Brahmbhatt	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
28	Vanita Cana	Portuguese	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
29	Jaminiben Chaudhari	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
30	Dhapuben Chaudhary	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
31	Kamleshbhai Chaudhary	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
32	R Chauhan	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
33	A Chitthiwala	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
34	Ankitkumar Chodavadya	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
35	Ravji Shambhi Chovatia	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
36	Sharaben Ravji Chovatia	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
37	L Christian	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
38	R Christian	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
39	Rozar David Christian	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
40	M Dangar	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
41	Nirupama Rambhai Dangar	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
42	Pushpaben Rajnikant Darji	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
43	Rajnikant Chimanlal Darji	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
44	K Dayani	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
45	Indravadan Shashikant Doshi	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
46	Jyoti Indravadan Doshi	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
47	Faizan Rafik	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
48	Jayaben Navinchandra Gajar	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
49	Sanket Atulgir Gauswami	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
50	Aadiv Girish	British	Unknown	Male child, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
51	Takshvi Girish	British	Unknown	Infant, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
52	K Godhaniya	Indian	Unknown	Female child, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
53	R Godhaniya	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
54	J Gondaliya	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
55	R Nair Gopakumaran	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
56	Jinalben Gosar	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
57	F Greenlaw	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
58	Badrudin Hasanali Halani	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
59	Malekben Rajabali Halani	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
60	Yasmin Badrudin Halani	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
61	Ashwin Sures Harrington	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
62	Ramesh Hirji Hirani	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
63	Babubhai Lalji Hirpara	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
64	V Hirpara	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
65	Harpreet Hora	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
66	Nusratajtah Jethara	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
67	B Jimulta	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
68	R Jimulta	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
69	Kamineben Nilesh Joshi	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
70	Miraya Joshi	Indian	Deceased	Female, eldest daughter of Prateek Joshi, from Banswara, confirmed deceased by local media.
71	Nakul Joshi	Indian	Deceased	Male, twin son of Prateek Joshi, from Banswara, confirmed deceased by local media.
72	Pradyut Joshi	Indian	Deceased	Male, twin son of Prateek Joshi, from Banswara, confirmed deceased by local media.
73	Prateek Joshi	Indian	Deceased	Male, part of Banswara, Rajasthan family, confirmed deceased by local media.
74	Yasha Kamdar	Indian	Deceased	Female, part of Nagpur Kamdar-Modha family traveling for funeral, confirmed deceased by local media.
75	Payal Sureshbhai Khatri	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
76	Lalji Khimani	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
77	Nilkumar Khunt	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
78	Devji Lacmane	Portuguese	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
79	Girish Lalgi	Portuguese	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
80	Aparna Lavania	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
81	Neeraj Lavania	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
82	Bhavik Maheswari	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
83	Elcina Alpesh Makwana	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
84	S Makwana	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
85	Mohammed Adnan Master	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
86	Jamie Ray Meek	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
87	Megha Mehta	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
88	Sunil Kumar Mehta	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
89	Varsha Mehta	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
90	Prakash Chandra Menaria	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
91	Vardi Chand Menaria	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
92	Rajnikant Haridas Mervana	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
93	Sajedaben Salim Mistar	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
94	K Mistri	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
95	Raxa Modha	British	Deceased	Female, part of Nagpur Kamdar-Modha family traveling for funeral, confirmed deceased by local media.
96	Rudra Modha	British	Deceased	Male, part of Nagpur Kamdar-Modha family traveling for funeral, confirmed deceased by local media.
97	B Modi	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
98	Shagun Modi	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
99	Shubh Modi	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
100	Panna Nagar	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
101	Akeel Nanabawa	British	Deceased	Male, Gloucester resident, confirmed deceased by Gloucester Muslim Bereavement Council.
102	S Nanbawa	British	Deceased	Female child, listed as Sara Nanabawa, daughter of Akeel Nanabawa, confirmed deceased by Gloucester Muslim Bereavement Council.
103	Mariyam Tinayat Padartiya	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
104	Riddhi Padasla	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
105	K Paghadal	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
106	N Paghadal	Indian	Unknown	Female child, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
107	Sanjana Saruin Palkhiwala	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
108	Narendranamnilal Panchal	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
109	Usha Panchal	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
110	H Pandya	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
111	N Pandya	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
112	Abhinav Shivbhai Parihar	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
113	Chaitanya Ramanlal Parikh	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
114	Bhogilal Bhimabhai Parmar	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
115	Hansaben Bhogilal Parmar	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
116	N Parmar	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
117	S Parmar	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
118	A Patel (Indian Female 1)	Indian	Unknown	Female, Multiple A Patels; distinguished by gender and nationality. Status unconfirmed.
119	Altafhusen Ismail Patel	British	Unknown	Male, Reported by Ammaarah Taju as son-in-law of Adam and Hasina Taju, status unconfirmed.
120	A Patel (Indian Female 2)	Indian	Unknown	Female, Multiple A Patels; distinguished by gender and nationality. Status unconfirmed.
121	Ashol Patel	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
122	Babubhai Manjibhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
123	Bharatiben Ashokbhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
124	Bhartiben Jashbhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
125	B Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
126	D Patel (Indian Female)	Indian	Unknown	Female, Multiple D Patels; distinguished by gender. Status unconfirmed.
127	D Patel (Indian Male)	Indian	Unknown	Male, Multiple D Patels; distinguished by gender. Status unconfirmed.
128	Dineshkumar Kantilal Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
129	Dipti Rakesh Patel	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
130	Dirdh Prafullkumar Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
131	Divyaben Rajnikant Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
132	Dusyantkumar Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
133	Harshikaben J Patel	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
134	Harshit Anilbhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
135	Hasumatiben Patel	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
136	Heena Saurabhkumar Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
137	Hemangini Arunkumar Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
138	J Patel	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
139	Jayantilal C Patel	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
140	Jayashri Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
141	Joitiben Somabhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
142	Kailashben Dhirubhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
143	K Patel (Indian Female 1)	Indian	Unknown	Female, Multiple K Patels; distinguished by gender. Status unconfirmed.
144	Kiritkumar Lallubhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
145	Kokilaben Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
146	K Patel (Indian Female 2)	Indian	Unknown	Female, Multiple K Patels; distinguished by gender. Status unconfirmed.
147	Manju Mahesh Patel	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
148	Manjulaben Jagdishbhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
149	M Patel	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
150	Monaliben Patel	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
151	Mukundbhai Ambalal Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
152	N Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
153	Nikhilkumar Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
154	Nilkanth Patel	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
155	Nirali Sureshkumar Patel	Canadian	Deceased	Female, dental clinic owner in Mississauga, Ontario, confirmed deceased by family.
156	Nitaben Ashokbhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
157	P Patel (Indian Male)	Indian	Unknown	Male, Multiple P Patels; distinguished by gender. Status unconfirmed.
158	Pooja Harshit Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
159	Prashantkumar Dilipbhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
160	Pravinkumar Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
161	P Patel (Indian Female 1)	Indian	Unknown	Female, Multiple P Patels; distinguished by gender. Status unconfirmed.
162	P Patel (Indian Female 2)	Indian	Unknown	Female, Multiple P Patels; distinguished by gender. Status unconfirmed.
163	Radhabai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
164	Rajnikant Mahijibhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
165	R Patel (Indian Male)	Indian	Unknown	Male, Multiple R Patels; distinguished by nationality. Status unconfirmed.
166	R Patel (British Male)	British	Unknown	Male, Multiple R Patels; distinguished by nationality. Status unconfirmed.
167	Ranjanben Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
168	Ratilal Ambalal Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
169	Rekhaben Ratilal Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
170	Rudra Chiragkumar Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
171	Rupalben Pinal Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
172	Sahil Salim Ibrahim Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
173	Shashikant Raojibhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
174	Shobhanaben Patel	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
175	Somabhai Jethabhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
176	Sunny Patel	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
177	Suresh Patel	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
178	Tarlikaben Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
179	Ushaben Vinodchandra Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
180	Vaibhav Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
181	V Patel	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
182	Vinodchandra Govindbhai Patel	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
183	Mayur Ashok Patil	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
184	A Patoliya	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
185	Ashaben Pawar	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
186	Mahadev Pawar	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
187	V Peshavaria	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
188	K Prajapati	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
189	R Vassaramo Premgi	Portuguese	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
190	Akashkumar Purohit	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
191	Vasuben Narendrasinh Raj	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
192	Khushboo Rajpurohit	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
193	Ajaykumar Ramesh	British	Unknown	Male, Reported by survivor Vishwashkumar Ramesh as his brother, status unconfirmed.
194	Vishwashkumar Ramesh	British	Survivor	Male, 40-year-old in seat 11A, rescued by locals, hospitalized with bruising on chest, eyes, feet. Spoke to Hindustan Times: “Thirty seconds after takeoff, there was a loud noise.”
195	Anandiben Rana	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
196	Bhavna Bipin Rana	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
197	Narshi Raghavbhai Sagparia	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
198	Inayatali Saiyedmiya Saiyed	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
199	Nafisabanu Inayatali Saiyed	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
200	Taskin Inayatali Saiyed	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
201	Waqueeali Inayatali Saiyed	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
202	Amita Hitesh Shah	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
203	Hiteshkumar Dhirajlal Shah	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
204	Ketankumar Shah	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
205	Pinakin Balubhai Shah	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
206	Rupaben Pinakinbhai Shah	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
207	Hemaxi Shantilal	Portuguese	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
208	A Sharma	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
209	Parth Sharma	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
210	Himanshu Vasantlal Sheth	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
211	F Shethwala	Indian	Unknown	Female child, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
212	Amani Ali Syed	British	Unknown	Female child, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
213	Javed Ali Syed	British	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
214	Mariam Javed Ali Syed	British	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
215	Zayn Ali Syed	British	Unknown	Male child, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
216	Adam Taju	British	Unknown	Male, 72, Reported by granddaughter Ammaarah Taju, status unconfirmed.
217	Hasina Adam Taju	British	Unknown	Female, 70, Reported by granddaughter Ammaarah Taju, status unconfirmed.
218	S Tapeliwala	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
219	L Thakkar	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
220	R Thakkar	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
221	M Vaghela	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
222	P Vahora	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
223	Yasmin Yasinbhai Vahora	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
224	Z Vahora	Indian	Unknown	Female child, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
225	Rama Valubai	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
226	A Vansadiya	Indian	Unknown	Male, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
227	D Vansadiya	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
228	Salmaben Rajakbhai Vhora	Indian	Unknown	Female, Status unconfirmed due to ongoing DNA identification.
229	Hannaa Ebrahim Vorajee	British	Deceased	Female, wife of Akeel Nanabawa, confirmed deceased by Gloucester Muslim Bereavement Council.
230	Komi Vyas	Indian	Deceased	Female, wife of Prateek Joshi, from Banswara, confirmed deceased by local media.
231	Kongrabailatpam Nganthoi Sharma	Indian	Deceased	Cabin crew from Manipur, confirmed deceased by former Manipur CM N Biren Singh.
232	Lamnunthem Singson	Indian	Deceased	Cabin crew from Manipur, confirmed deceased by former Manipur CM N Biren Singh.
233	Roshni Rajendra Songhare	Indian	Deceased	Cabin crew and travel influencer, confirmed deceased by Maharashtra MLA.
234	Sumit Sabharwal	Indian	Unknown	Pilot-in-Command, issued Mayday call; status unconfirmed due to lack of explicit confirmation, presumed deceased based on crash severity.
235	Clive Kunder	Indian	Unknown	Co-pilot, no response after Mayday call; status unconfirmed due to lack of explicit confirmation, presumed deceased based on crash severity.
236	Remaining Crew (7)	Unknown	Unknown	No individual names or nationalities released publicly; awaiting DNA identification. Likely Indian, as typical for Air India crew, but not confirmed.

Notes:

Unknown Statuses: For Sumit Sabharwal, Clive Kunder, Ajay, and the remaining 210 passengers and 7 crew, statuses are marked as “Unknown” due to lack of explicit confirmation in public reports. DNA testing is ongoing, as most bodies are unidentifiable.
Unknown Nationalities: The nationalities of the seven remaining crew members are not specified by sources, likely Indian but marked as “Unknown” due to lack of confirmation.

Key Notes on the List

Source Information: Air India and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) released the full passenger list, including names, seat numbers, and nationalities, to assist in identification and family contact. However, only a subset of names (e.g., Vijay Rupani, Akeel Nanabawa’s family, Vishwash Kumar Ramesh) has been made public through media due to privacy protocols and the ongoing DNA identification process.
Unknown Statuses: For individuals like Sumit Sabharwal, Clive Kunder, and Ajay, statuses are marked as “Unknown” because no explicit confirmation of their fate has been reported, despite presumptions of death due to the crash’s severity. The remaining 210 passengers and 7 crew members are listed as “Unknown” because their names and statuses are not publicly detailed, pending DNA verification at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital.
Unknown Nationalities: The nationalities of the seven remaining crew members are marked as “Unknown” because sources do not specify their nationalities, though they are likely Indian, as is typical for Air India cabin crew.
DNA Identification: The severe fire, fueled by 1.25 lakh liters of aviation fuel, rendered most bodies unidentifiable, necessitating DNA testing. This has delayed the release of individual statuses for the majority of the 242 onboard.

Additional Context

Crash Details: The Boeing 787-8 (VT-ANB) reached a maximum altitude of 625 feet before descending rapidly, issuing a Mayday call seconds before crashing into a residential area and BJ Medical College hostel. CCTV footage shows a lack of lift, with the landing gear not retracted.
Ground Casualties: At least three medical students were killed, with 45 injured and up to four missing at the hostel. Specific names of ground victims are not yet public.
Rescue Operations: The Indian Army, NDRF, CRPF, and local fire services have cleared 70–80% of the crash site. One black box has been recovered; the second is still missing.
Investigation: The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) of India, with UK and US support, is probing the crash, focusing on potential technical failures like misconfigured flaps/slats.
Helplines: Air India: 1800 5691 444; Ahmedabad Police: 079-25620359; Rajkot Administration: 0281-2471573; Civil Hospital: 6357373831.

Official Statements

Union Home Minister Amit Shah: “The death toll will be confirmed after DNA verification. The temperature due to burning fuel was so high, there was no chance to save anyone.”
Prime Minister Narendra Modi: “The tragedy in Ahmedabad is heartbreaking beyond words. My thoughts are with everyone affected.”
Air India Chairman N Chandrasekaran: Announced ₹1 crore ($116,770) compensation per victim from Tata Group and pledged support for families.
Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg: Expressed condolences and offered technical support for the investigation.

Ongoing Efforts

The identification process continues at Ahmedabad Civil Hospital, with DNA samples being collected from relatives. Air India is operating relief flights from Delhi and Mumbai for victims’ families, and London Gatwick has set up a reception center. The crash, the first fatal incident for a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, has prompted global calls for a transparent investigation. Authorities urge the public to avoid the crash site to aid rescue efforts.

For Further Information: Contact Air India’s hotline at 1800 5691 444 or visit airindia.com.

Keep an eye out for the updates, list will be updated as more information is available

June 13, 2025

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