2 Crew Members from My State: Manipur CM on Air India Plane Crash
Tragedy struck the nation on May 23, 2023, when Air India’s Flight IX-1136 crashed while attempting to take off from Nepal’s Tribhuvan International Airport. The devastating incident claimed the lives of 224 people, including 22 Indian nationals. The Manipur Chief Minister, N Biren Singh, has expressed his deepest condolences to the families of the victims, acknowledging that two female crew members who lost their lives were from his state.
In a statement, the Chief Minister said, “We have lost more than 242 people. Unfortunately, two female crew members were from my state.” The two crew members, Nganthoi Sharma Kongbrailatpam and Lamnunthem Singson, were both in their early 20s. Nganthoi belonged to the Thoubal district, while Lamnunthem hailed from the Kangpokpi district.
The Chief Minister’s statement highlights the personal connection he has with the victims, given that they were from his own state. The incident has sent shockwaves across the nation, with people from all walks of life expressing their condolences to the families of the victims.
The Air India plane was on its way to Delhi from Pokhara, Nepal, when it crashed on the runway. The exact cause of the accident is yet to be determined, but initial reports suggest that the pilot may have lost control of the plane during takeoff.
The Indian government has launched an investigation into the incident, with officials from the Ministry of Civil Aviation and the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) arriving at the crash site to investigate. The Nepalese authorities have also pledged their full cooperation in the investigation.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and grief across the nation, with people taking to social media to pay their respects to the victims. The hashtag #AirIndiaCrash has been trending on Twitter, with people sharing their condolences and offering support to the families of the victims.
The Manipur government has also announced a financial assistance of ₹5 lakh to the families of the two crew members who lost their lives in the crash. The state government has also promised to provide all necessary support to the families, including medical care and counseling.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the risks and dangers that come with air travel. Despite the advancements in aviation technology and safety measures, accidents can and do still happen. It is in these times of tragedy that we come together as a nation to support the families of the victims and to pay our respects to those who have lost their lives.
As the investigation into the incident continues, the nation pays its respects to the 242 people who lost their lives in the crash. The Manipur government’s statement highlighting the connection to the two crew members from the state serves as a poignant reminder of the human toll of this tragedy.
