Tata Group announces ₹1 crore compensation for victims of Ahmedabad plane crash
Ahmedabad: The Tata Group has announced a compensation of ₹1 crore for the families of each victim who lost their lives in the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171. The announcement comes as rescue and recovery operations continue at the crash site near the BJ Medical College hostel in Ahmedabad's Meghaninagar area.
In an official statement shared on the group’s 'X' account, Tata Sons Chairman N. Chandrasekaran expressed deep sorrow over the incident. “We are deeply anguished by the tragic event involving Air India Flight AI171. No words can adequately express the grief we feel at this moment. Our thoughts and prayers are with the families who have lost their loved ones, and with those who have been injured,” he stated.
The Tata Group also assured that it would bear all medical expenses for the injured and ensure they receive comprehensive care and rehabilitation. “Tata Group will provide ₹1 crore to the families of each person who lost their life in this tragedy. We will also cover the medical expenses of those injured and ensure they receive all necessary care and support. Additionally, we will assist in the reconstruction of the BJ Medical College hostel,” the statement added.
The group further affirmed, “We remain steadfast in standing with the affected families and communities during this unimaginable time.”
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Passing out parade held at IMA Dehradun, 491 young officers join Indian Army
Dehradun(PTI): After undergoing rigorous training at the Indian Military Academy (IMA) in Dehradun, 491 cadets participated in a grand Passing Out Parade on Saturday and will now be commissioned as officers in the Indian Army.
The spectacular parade, held at the historic Drill Square in front of the academy's Chatwood Building, was reviewed by Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi, who served as the reviewing officer.
Along with 491 Indian cadets, 34 foreign cadets from 14 friendly countries also participated in the Autumn Term 2025 Passing Out Parade.
A total of 525 officer cadets from the 157th Regular Course, 46th Technical Entry Scheme, 140th Technical Graduate Course, 55th Special Commissioned Officers Course, and Territorial Army Online Entrance Exam 2023 Course participated in the Passing Out Parade.
The 'Sword of Honour' and gold medal for securing first place during training was awarded to ACA Nishkal Dwivedi, the silver medal to BUO Badal Yadav for second place, and the bronze medal to SUO Kamaljeet Singh for third place.
The silver medal for securing first place in the 'Technical Graduate Course' was awarded to Officer Cadet Jadhav Sujit Sampat, and the silver medal for first place in the 'Technical Entry Scheme-46' was awarded to WCC Abhinav Mehrotra.
The silver medal for the 'Special Commission Officer Course' was given to Officer Cadet Sunil Kumar Chhetri.
Among the foreign cadets, the first place in merit was secured by JUO Mohammad Safin Ashraf from Bangladesh. The Army Chief's Banner for overall best performance in the Autumn Term was awarded to Imphal Company.
As the parade concluded, helicopters showered flowers on the newly commissioned officers from the sky.
On this occasion, General Dwivedi congratulated the new officers in his address for successfully completing their training. He praised the young officers for their high level of discipline, leadership qualities, and endurance, and urged them to uphold the glorious traditions of the Indian Army and serve the nation with loyalty, commitment, and honour.
General Dwivedi said that joining the army marks the beginning of a lifelong duty and selfless service.
The parents and guardians of the newly commissioned officers were also present during the passing out parade.
