Ahmedabad Plane Crash: Two Heads in One Bag Sparks Anger, Demands Rise

Ahmedabad (Gujarat) [India], June 15:  At Ahmedabad's Civil Hospital, families are waiting with teary eyes and hopeful hearts. After the tragic Air India plane crash, 270 people were declared dead. Among them were 241 passengers and crew, while others were students from a hostel near the crash site. Many coffins arrived empty. Families pleaded for complete remains to perform last rites, but officials said it was not possible in every case.

Two Heads in One Bag Raises Alarm

In a heartbreaking moment, one family discovered two heads inside a single body bag. Shocked and confused, they asked for an explanation. Officials admitted the mistake and promised new DNA sampling to confirm identities. The hospital staff, already under pressure, agreed that proper respect must be given to every body. The mix-up has made people more anxious, and officials are working carefully now to avoid more such issues.

DNA Testing the Only Way for Identification

Rajnish Patel, from BJ Medical College, explained that 32 victims have been identified using DNA tests. Out of these, 12 bodies were handed over to their families. Some bodies did not need testing. Still, the process is slow and painful. Officials are doing their best, but the need for accuracy is high. Families are being updated regularly, but waiting with uncertainty is making their pain worse.

Grief Outside, Investigation Inside

Outside the mortuary, families gather every day. Inside, a team of Indian, American, and British investigators is trying to find the real reason behind the crash. It was the first fatal crash for a Boeing 787 Dreamliner. The plane was headed for London’s Gatwick Airport but crashed just after takeoff. It hit a student hostel of BJ Medical College, killing many innocent people who were not even flying.

A Sole Survivor And Many Unanswered Questions

Out of 242 on board, only one person—a British Indian—survived. His survival has brought hope, but also many questions. What caused the crash? Could it have been stopped? Was it a technical failure or human error? Families want answers, but investigations take time. Until then, people stand outside the hospital not just waiting for remains, but for peace, closure, and dignity for those they loved.