Filmymantra
June 17, 2025 at 06:00 AM
Forensic teams in Ahmedabad have identified 80 victims of the June 12 Al 171 tragedy through
DNA analysis, including former Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani.
And so far 33 sets of remains have been handed over to grieving families across Gujarat districts.
At Civil Hospital, a dedicated team of 40 scientists working in three shifts are extracting DNA from severely charred remains, often using bones and teeth, to speed up identifications.
Over 47 bod!es have now been returned, marking a crucial step in providing closure after the worst aviation d!saster in India in years.
Meanwhile, the black boxes have been recovered, and investigations by Indian and U.S. aviation authorities are underway. The DNA-driven identification process continues as families, supported by relief and charity teams, struggle through this harrowing ordeal.

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