Near-Death Experience: My Survival Story
Ramesh Viswashkumar, the sole survivor of the Air India Flight 171 crash, recounts his harrowing experience in Ahmedabad. Discover how he emerged from the wreckage of the boeing 787-8 Dreamliner,a disaster that claimed 241 lives,including a Canadian dentist. His story of survival, shared from his hospital bed, details the terrifying moments and the role of chance in his escape. Explore the details of the crash and what Viswashkumar witnessed, as he navigates the trauma. News Directory 3 brings you this exclusive account of resilience. Witness the immediate aftermath as authorities investigate the cause and support the victims’ families. What factors contributed to such a dramatic outcome? Discover what’s next in this unfolding story.
Air India Crash: Survivor Details Harrowing Escape
Updated June 15, 2025
Ramesh Viswashkumar, the lone survivor of Thursday’s Air India Flight 171 crash in Ahmedabad, India, is sharing his story of survival. The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner crashed into a building, killing 241 people. Among the dead was a dentist from Mississauga, Ontario. The flight’s tragic role underscores the dangers of air travel.
From his hospital bed Friday, Viswashkumar described the horror. He is still grappling with how he managed to survive the disaster. The role of chance played a important part in his survival.
“I don’t [know] how I survived,” Viswashkumar said. “It was in front of my eyes that the air hostess and others [died].”
Viswashkumar recounted that his section of the aircraft landed on the grounds of the medical college hostel. He escaped thru a small opening on his side of the plane. He believes no one on the opposite side could have survived,given the circumstances.
What’s next
an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the crash.Authorities are working to identify the victims and provide support to their families.