June 15, 2025, Ahmedabad 279 people were killed in the Air India Flight AI-171 crash in Ahmedabad, Gujarat on June 12. So far, 35 bodies have been handed over to the relatives after DNA matching, while 12 teams are working in shifts for DNA samples. DNA matching and relief work Most of the bodies were burnt beyond recognition in the accident. Out of 250 blood samples, 62 have been DNA matched. Only samples of relatives of 3 passengers are left, who will give samples from the UK in the next few days. More than 855 health personnel are engaged in relief work, while counseling is also being done to deal with the shock. Help desk for insurance claims To make it easier for the victims to pay insurance claims, New India Assurance and HDFC Life have been named lead insurers. Help desks have been set up at the Civil Hospital, where more than 250 officers are providing guidance. The bodies are being taken to the native areas of the relatives with a police escort. Air India and government cooperation: An Air India team is present 24/7 at the Civil Hospital, providing free air tickets and other facilities to the relatives. The Gujarat government made accommodation and travel arrangements. More than 1700 helpline calls were processed. Conclusion This accident raises questions on aviation safety. The government's immediate assistance and coordinated efforts are commendable, but strict measures are needed to prevent such incidents in the future.