Miracle Survival: Air India Crash Survivor Shares Heartbreaking Journey

Mon Nov 10 2025 22:59:56 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Viswashkumar Ramesh, the only survivor of the tragic Air India plane crash that claimed 241 lives, recounts his miraculous escape and the profound loss of his brother in an emotional interview.

Viswashkumar Ramesh, the sole survivor of the devastating Air India plane crash, expresses both gratitude for his survival and grief for his lost brother, who died in the incident. Struggling with PTSD and emotional pain, he reflects on the impact of the tragedy on his family and seeks better support from Air India.

The sole survivor of the Air India plane crash, which killed 241 people on board, has expressed that he feels like the luckiest man alive, despite enduring intense physical and mental suffering. Viswashkumar Ramesh walked away from the wreckage of the London-bound flight in Ahmedabad, astounding witnesses and the world.

Ramesh described his escape as a miracle but mourned deeply for his younger brother, Ajay, who was seated just a few rows away and perished in the crash last June. Since returning to Leicester, Mr. Ramesh has battled post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and has struggled to communicate with his wife and four-year-old son.

Following the tragic incident, flames engulfed the Boeing 787 shortly after its take-off. Video footage captured Mr. Ramesh emerging with seemingly minor injuries as smoke rose behind him. In a poignant interview with BBC News, Ramesh, a Gujarati speaker, stated about his survival, I'm only one survivor. Still, I'm not believing. It's a miracle. I lost my brother as well. My brother is my backbone. Last few years, he was always supporting me. His situation has taken a toll on his mental health and family dynamics, leaving him isolated in his grief.

Now I'm alone. I just sit in my room alone, not talking with my wife, my son. I just like to be alone in my house, he shared, revealing the emotional and psychological scars left by the disaster.

Witnessing the aftermath of the crash, he recalled how he unbuckled himself and crawled to safety, later meeting with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi while receiving care for his injuries. Among the 241 fatalities, 169 were Indian nationals, and 52 were British citizens.

A preliminary report indicated an issue with fuel supply just moments after take-off. Currently, the investigation continues with Air India prioritizing care for the affected families.

This marks the first opportunity for the 39-year-old to address the media since his return to the UK, a moment captured by a documentary team present in the engagement.

While Mr. Ramesh accepted an interim compensation of £21,500 from Air India, his representatives argue that this assistance falls short of his immediate needs, as family-run businesses have collapsed following the tragedy.

In spite of discussions surrounding a meeting with Air India's executives, attempts for proper dialogue have reportedly been denied, compelling the family to publicize their call for support once more.

Describing the aftermath as devastating for himself and his family, Ramesh pleaded for appropriate interactions with the airline to jointly address their ongoing suffering and seek support for a recovery process that lies ahead.