Miraculous Survival: Air India Crash Survivor Speaks Out

Sat Dec 06 2025 23:33:28 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)

Viswashkumar Ramesh, the only survivor of the devastating Air India plane crash, shares his emotional journey of recovery and grief as he struggles with the loss of his brother and the trauma of the incident.

In a poignant interview, Viswashkumar Ramesh, the sole survivor of the tragic Air India flight crash that claimed 241 lives, expressed feelings of being the 'luckiest man' while battling PTSD and the emotional fallout from the loss of his brother. Despite an interim compensation offer from Air India, Ramesh's struggles highlight the ongoing challenges faced by survivors in the wake of such tragedies.

Viswashkumar Ramesh, the sole survivor of the Air India plane crash that tragically took the lives of 241 individuals, has described his survival as a miracle but acknowledges the immense personal suffering he has endured since the event.

Ramesh, who miraculously escaped the wreckage of the London-bound flight shortly after its take-off from Ahmedabad, stated, I feel like the luckiest man alive, despite grappling with the heart-wrenching reality of losing his younger brother, Ajay, who was seated just a few rows away.

Struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), Mr. Ramesh returned to his home in Leicester, where he feels isolated from his family, including his wife and four-year-old son, unable to communicate the depths of his pain. Now I'm alone. I just sit in my room alone, he revealed in a recent emotional interview.

As flames engulfed the aircraft, shocking footage captured Ramesh’s escape from the wreckage, showcasing his remarkably superficial injuries. Yet, the mental toll of the horror lingers as he battles vivid memories and grief, overwhelmed by the loss of his support system.

Describing the impact on his family, he said, My mother sits outside the door daily, not speaking. I can't talk about much. Every day is painful for the whole family. Furthermore, his physical injuries from the crash prevent him from working or driving, hindering his recovery.

In response to the tragedy, Air India has offered an interim compensation payment of £21,500, which Ramesh’s representatives claim is insufficient. His advisors strongly advocate for better support from the airline, as they have reached out multiple times for direct discussions regarding his needs and recovery.

Ramesh's story sheds light on the often-overlooked emotional and psychological challenges faced by survivors of catastrophic incidents, underlining the need for continued support and care from authorities and corporations involved.

The ongoing investigation into the crash, which left 241 dead, continues as Ramesh hopes for answers and accountability, longing for support as he navigates his trauma.