Air India Begins Rs 2.5 Million Interim Payouts To AI171 Crash Victims' Families

2025-07-26 02:17:13

(MENAFN- Khaleej Times)

Air India on Saturday (July 26) issued a statement updating the public on its ongoing compensation efforts for the families and individuals affected by the tragic AI171 crash.

The airline noted that it began disbursing interim compensation more than a month ago, providing Rs 2.5 million (Dh106,000) to each bereaved family to help address their immediate financial needs. This interim amount will later be adjusted against the final compensation.

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So far, interim payments have been made to the families of 147 out of the 229 passengers who lost their lives, as well as to the families the 19 victims who died at the crash site. Air India also confirmed that documentation for 52 other victims has been verified, and their families will receive interim payments shortly.

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To further honour the memory of the victims, the Tata Group has established 'The AI-171 Memorial and Welfare Trust'. This dedicated trust has pledged an ex-gratia payment of Rs 10 million (Dh424,000) each for the deceased. Beyond financial assistance, the Trust will also contribute to rebuilding the infrastructure of the B.J. Medical College Hostel, which was damaged in the accident.

The Trust's efforts extend to supporting first responders, healthcare professionals, disaster relief workers, social workers, and government personnel who provided critical services in the aftermath. Aid will be provided to help mitigate the trauma and distress experienced by these individuals.

Air India expressed its deepest condolences to the affected families and reaffirmed its commitment to supporting those impacted during this difficult time.

The airline also noted that this remains an evolving situation, and further updates will be shared as new information becomes available.

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