Air India plane crash: UK Govt issues helpline number for British nationals - Check details

The UK government has issued a new helpline number for British nationals who require consular assistance or have concerns about friends or family who were aboard the Air India aircraft that crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12.

“We are aware of a plane crash in Ahmedabad. The UK is working with local authorities in India to urgently establish the facts and provide support to those involved. British nationals who require consular assistance or have concerns about friends or family should call 020 7008 5000: UK Government,” read the recent statement, according to ANI.

The Air India plane that crashed was carrying 242 members aboard, which included 230 passengers and 12 crew members. Among the passengers, former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani was also present, according to reports.

What is the helpline number of the UK government for the Air India plane crash?

The helpline number issued for British nationals who wish to enquire about their friends and family aboard the Air India aircraft is 020 7008 5000.

This number is mainly for the assistance of British nationals, and they can get in touch for the latest updates on AI crash victims, many of whom were UK citizens, according to reports.

Meanwhile, Air India has also issued a new hotline number other than the one released a few hours ago, owing to the incessant number of enquiries coming in from across the globe. In the new hotline number-related post, Air India also requested media persons not to inquire details on this particular number.

The post reads, "In addition to the dedicated passenger hotline number 1800 5691 444, we have added another hotline number for foreign nationals +91 8062779200. Air India requests media persons not to call the dedicated passenger hotline number."