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NDTV
22-06-2025
- NDTV
Family Brings Home Body Of Manipur Flight Attendant, Hundreds Pay Tributes
Imphal: The body of 20-year-old Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma, a flight attendant from Manipur who was killed in the Air India Dreamliner crash in Ahmedabad, was brought to Imphal today. She was one of the two flight attendants from the state who were killed in the crash of the Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner. The other was Lamnunthem Singson, 26. Nganthoi Sharma's family members, devastated by the huge loss, have been inconsolable since the news of the tragedy reached them on June 12. The family went to Ahmedabad and stayed there for the painful wait of the confirmation of the DNA sample. A large number of people including residents, senior officials, elected leaders and community representatives stood outside Imphal's Bir Tikendrajit International Airport as they received the body of the flight attendant. #WATCH | Imphal, Manipur | Mortal remains of Kongbrailatpam Nganthoi Sharma, crew member of the Air India plane that crashed in Ahmedabad on June 12, brought to Imphal International Airport for the last rites. — ANI (@ANI) June 22, 2025 The Congress's Lok Sabha MP A Bimol Akoijam, Manipur Chief Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh, Director General of Police Rajiv Singh and others paid floral tributes to Nganthoi Sharma. Her body was then taken to Thoubal district, where the last rites took place. The State of Manipur mourns the heartbreaking loss of two of its bright and promising daughters - Nganthoi Sharma Kongbrailatpam and Lamnunthem Singson, who tragically lost their lives in a recent incident that has shaken us all. Today, the mortal remains of Nganthoi Sharma... — Government of Manipur (@govt_of_manipur) June 22, 2025 Nganthoi Sharma's last message to her family before taking off was, "I'm going to London. In a few minutes, we'll take off. We may not be able to talk afterwards." Nganthoi Sharma's father, K Nandeshkumar, and mother are still in trauma. She was the second of three siblings, all girls. The body of K Nganthoi Sharma arrives for the last rites, at Imphal International Airport on Sunday (ANI) "It was her dream to become a flight attendant. We couldn't chat on video as usual due to the internet ban. But she messaged me while I was in school that she would be flying today, and that she would be unreachable," Nganthoi Sharma's elder sister Gitanjali told NDTV on June 12. "After completing Class 12, she enrolled in DM College of Commerce. She was very keen on trying for a cabin crew job. She cracked it in her first try; she was very happy in thinking about going to many destinations," Gitanjali had said. K Nandesh Kumar Sharma, the father of K Nganthoi Sharma, in Imphal on Sunday (ANI) Air India recruited her in Imphal three years ago, while she was studying in an undergraduate programme. "She got selected and was based in Mumbai," a family member said. There were 242 passengers on board the Air India flight. Only one passenger survived the crash.
Time of India
16-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Air India ends Imphal operations, AI Express to take over
Guwahati: Amid operational difficulties and technical issues causing significant delays at Guwahati airport over two days, Air India ceased full-service operations from Imphal International Airport in the northeast from Monday. Officials indicated this was a strategic decision. While AAI senior officials noted increased precautionary aircraft inspections across the country, including the northeast, aviation sector sources clarified that Air India's withdrawal from Imphal stemmed from strategic considerations rather than security or technical issues. An aviation industry source said services ended on Monday due to route optimisation. The source added that Air India's budget carrier, Air India Express, intends to operate these previously served routes from Imphal International Airport. "In non-metro cities like Imphal, Air India Express offers more suitable fares that match the budget of the flyers. Air India Express is planning to gradually take over those routes on which Air India services were discontinued from Imphal. But the introduction of flights by Air India Express will be based on market demands," a source in Air India Express told TOI. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 오스템 임플란트 받아가세요 임플란터 더 알아보기 Undo The official clarified that the withdrawal of Air India from Imphal is not linked to any security-related issues following the Ahmedabad plane crash. The northeast operations for both airlines faced challenges recently. A technical fault in a Kolkata-bound Air India Express aircraft on Saturday night led to about 18-hour delay for passengers, causing operational issues at Guwahati Airport. Subsequently, a Guwahati-Hyderabad flight was cancelled at 11 pm on Sunday due to operational constraints, prompting passenger protests at the airport. "On June 15, Guwahati-Hyderabad - scheduled departure was at 13:40, which was revised to 23:00 and later cancelled due to operational reasons. Multiple options were given to guests. Guests who chose to go by the next day's flights were provided with hotel accommodation in Guwahati. Meals were also served to all guests," Air India Express said in response to a query by TOI. It stated that on Monday, the additional flight on Guwahati-Hyderabad departed at 12:40 pm. "The regular service on Guwahati-Hyderabad departed on time today at its usual time of 13:40. The aircraft was a Boeing 737-8," it added. The Imphal International Airport authorities penned an emotional note on Sunday evening, calling it "Farewell to a Legacy: Final Moments of Air India at Imphal International Airport." "As it took its final departure, an era of Air India operations at Imphal came to a close," read the note on its social media page. "These poignant final moments capture the heartfelt farewell as the 'Big Brother' bid adieu to Imphal International Airport after years of dedicated service. With a legacy rooted in reliability, resilience, and a deep connection with the people of Manipur, Air India's departure truly marks the end of an era," it added. In the picture, an emotional Air India employee was seen waving goodbye, tears gently rolling down, while the "Big Brother" — Air India — cast one last look at the upcoming new terminal building and ATS complex, as if offering a silent blessing. "As the aircraft taxied out, the younger brother, AIX (Air India Express), stood by quietly, watching with a heavy heart and a solemn promise — to carry forward the legacy and provide the best possible service. With a final wave of blessing, the Big Brother ascended into the skies — his departure etched forever in the hearts of all who witnessed it," read the post.
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Business Standard
16-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Air India halts full-service ops in Imphal, AI Express to continue flights
The decision was part of the airline's "long-standing and pre-planned" strategy, said AAI officials Air India has discontinued the operation of its full-service carrier at the Imphal International Airport from June 15, but the airline's low-cost subsidiary AI Express will continue services here, AAI officials said on Monday. The decision was part of the airline's "long-standing and pre-planned" strategy, they said. "It is part of a long-standing, pre-planned strategic decision by the airline, and is in no way related to any recent incident," one of the airport officials said. Altogether, 241 people on board Air India's London-bound AI 171 flight were killed when the aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from the Ahmedabad airport on June 12. "The move is part of a broader strategic realignment by the Tata Group, which owns the airline. Air India Express, the group's low-cost subsidiary, will continue its operations at Imphal, signalling a shift in service model but ensuring continued air connectivity," said another official of the Airport Authority of India (AAI) here. The Air India authorities could not be contacted for comment. Air India has a cherished history in the region, connecting Imphal to major cities across the country, the officials added. (Only the headline and picture of this report may have been reworked by the Business Standard staff; the rest of the content is auto-generated from a syndicated feed.)
Hindustan Times
16-06-2025
- Business
- Hindustan Times
Air India discontinues full-service carrier operation at Manipur's Imphal Airport
Air India has discontinued the operation of its full-service carrier at the Imphal International Airport from June 15, but the airline's low-cost subsidiary AI Express will continue services here, AAI officials said on Monday. The decision was part of the airline's "long-standing and pre-planned" strategy, they said. "It is part of a long-standing, pre-planned strategic decision by the airline, and is in no way related to any recent incident," one of the airport officials said. Altogether, 241 people on board Air India's London-bound AI 171 flight were killed when the aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from the Ahmedabad airport on June 12. "The move is part of a broader strategic realignment by the Tata Group, which owns the airline. Air India Express, the group's low-cost subsidiary, will continue its operations at Imphal, signalling a shift in service model but ensuring continued air connectivity," said another official of the Airport Authority of India (AAI) here. The Air India authorities could not be contacted for comment. Air India has a cherished history in the region, connecting Imphal to major cities across the country, the officials added.
Indian Express
16-06-2025
- Business
- Indian Express
Air India discontinues full-service carrier at Imphal, low-cost subsidiary to continue ops Imphal,
Air India has discontinued the operation of its full-service carrier at the Imphal International Airport from June 15, but the airline's low-cost subsidiary AI Express will continue services here, AAI officials said on Monday. The decision was part of the airline's 'long-standing and pre-planned' strategy, they said. 'It is part of a long-standing, pre-planned strategic decision by the airline, and is in no way related to any recent incident,' one of the airport officials said. Altogether, 241 people on board Air India's London-bound AI 171 flight were killed when the aircraft crashed shortly after takeoff from the Ahmedabad airport on June 12. 'The move is part of a broader strategic realignment by the Tata Group, which owns the airline. Air India Express, the group's low-cost subsidiary, will continue its operations at Imphal, signalling a shift in service model but ensuring continued air connectivity,' said another official of the Airport Authority of India (AAI) here. The Air India authorities could not be contacted for comment. Air India has a cherished history in the region, connecting Imphal to major cities across the country, the officials added.
