House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Anniversary of Air India plane crash
11 June 2026 · Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office
Proposed by Yvette Cooper Lab Normanton, Pontefract and Castleford
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At a glance
Key points
- The UK government commemorates the one-year anniversary of the Air India Flight 171 crash.
- The government continues to provide support through consular services and coordination with Indian authorities.
- The minister commits to ensuring families receive information from the final accident investigation report.
Issue summary
The statement commemorates the one-year anniversary of the Air India Flight 171 crash and acknowledges the ongoing impact on families.
Action requested
The UK government continues to provide support through consular services, liaising with Indian authorities, and engaging with Air India to address unresolved issues for bereaved families. The minister also expresses commitment to ensuring families receive information from the final accident investigation report.
Key facts
- Tomorrow marks one year since Air India Flight 171 crashed.
- 260 lives were lost, including 52 British nationals and 113 UK residents.
- Lindy Cameron, UK High Commissioner, visited Ahmedabad on the day of the crash.
- AAIB family liaison teams are providing support to affected families.