The story of Pratik Joshi, who perished with family in the Air India crash
Some happenings in life are inexplicable! The Air India flight 171 crash of Thursday June 12, 2025 is one such incident, particularly for Pratik Joshi and his family.
Pratik Joshi had resided in London for six years. As a software professional, he had aspired to create a life overseas for his wife and three children, who remained in India.
After years of waiting, the dream had finally come true. On June 10, 2025, his wife, Dr Komi Vyas, a well-known doctor in Udaipur, India, reportedly resigned. The luggage was packed, goodbyes exchanged, and the future was within grasp.
The five-member family boarded Air India flight 171 to London on the morning of June 12, 2025, full of joy and hope. They took a selfie and sent it to family members. They embarked on a one-way trip to a different life.
However, they never made it. The Air India flight 171 crashed after takeoff from Ahmedabad, with 242 passengers and 10 crew members on board. Only one survivor made it out alive, a lifetime full of hopes dashed in a couple of seconds.
The story of Pratik Joshi shows that no matter how secure the plan seems, tomorrow may not be guaranteed.
