Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani tragically lost his life in an Air India plane crash near Ahmedabad. Known for his low-profile demeanor, Rupani’s unexpected death marks a significant loss for Indian politics and echoes past tragedies involving Gujarat leaders.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi met with the family of Vijay Rupani, the former Gujarat Chief Minister, expressing his deep sorrow over Rupani's death in the Ahmedabad air crash. Modi reminisced about their long association and Rupani's dedication to the BJP's ideology.

AHMEDABAD – Former Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani, 68, was among the over 200 fatalities when Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787 Dreamliner, crashed minutes after departing from Ahmedabad airport on June 12. The London-bound flight went down shortly after takeoff.