Heart‑breaking news from Gujarat
Last night, a tragic accident claimed more than 200 lives on a commercial Air India flight that was heading to Gatwick. Among the victims were a little over 50 Britons, and the whole world’s attention has been glued to the wreckage in the holy land of Gujarat.
What to do if you’re a British national or love ones are stuck in confusion
- UK consular support: 020 7008 5000 – the officials are ready to lend a listening ear in the House of Commons.
- Air India passenger helpline: 0091‑806‑277‑9200 – a lifeline set up for all travelling strangers and their families.
- Support in India: 1800‑5691‑444 – the airline’s mobile station for individuals and relatives dreaming of a quick answer.
Foreign Office’s quick response
The UK’s Foreign Office, under the leadership of David Lammy, has created crisis teams in Delhi and London. “The House is with those who’ve been affected by the imminent tragedy,” he told the Commons, holding a firm promise to help British citizens as well as their families.
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