Ahmedabad: A week after the catastrophic Air India crash near Ahmedabad, Gujarat Health Minister Rushikesh Patel confirmed that DNA profiling has successfully matched 210 victims with their families. In a public update issued via social media, the minister stated that 187 bodies have already been handed over to the next of kin, with the remaining to follow soon.
“UPDATED UP TO:- 19/06/2025, 8:30 am
NO. OF DNA MATCH – 210
NO. OF RELATIVES CONTACTED – 210
NO. OF MORTAL RELEASED – 187
Remaining mortal remains will be handed over soon,” Patel shared on platform X.
Efforts are underway to complete the identification process and ensure all remaining victims are returned to their families with dignity.
In a significant policy development, the Ministry of Civil Aviation has proposed a new set of regulations titled “Aircraft (Demolition of Obstructions) Rules, 2025,” aimed at preventing disasters caused by high-rise obstructions and encroachments near airports.
Released on June 18, the draft rules empower aviation authorities to identify and demolish buildings, trees, and other structures that violate height norms in aerodrome zones. Officials have stressed that the proposed law is a proactive safety measure to address flight path risks and avert future tragedies.
The draft rules are expected to be enforced following their notification in the Official Gazette, forming part of a broader national strategy to ensure strict compliance with airspace safety standards.
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