The Supreme Court is set to hear a petition related to an independent investigation into the Air India plane crash in Ahmedabad. On June 12, Air India Flight AI171, en route from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick, crashed shortly after takeoff, claiming the lives of 265 people.read also: Pakistan Air Force Airstrike Kills 30 Civilians in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Targeting TTP Hideouts..!

The court has opined that it cannot be accepted that the pilot alone was entirely responsible for the crash. Based on a Public Interest Litigation (PIL), the Supreme Court has issued notices to the central government and relevant authorities.

The petition emphasizes the need for an independent, impartial, and expeditious investigation into the crash. In response to the petition seeking an independent probe under court supervision, the Supreme Court issued this notice on Monday.read also: Bengaluru Suburban Rail Project: Government Officials Clear Encroachment on Rs 40 Crore Land by Bagmane Developers

The court has sought responses from the Ministry of Civil Aviation, the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA), and the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB). The Supreme Court has clarified that this notice is solely to ensure an independent, impartial, and expeditious investigation.

Senior advocate Prashant Bhushan, arguing on behalf of the petitioners, stated that even 100 days after the crash, only a preliminary report has been released. He argued that this report does not disclose the true causes of the accident or suggest necessary safety measures for the future.read also: Chalavadi Math’s Basavana Gideva Sri Swamiji Instructs Which Caste to Write in Census Column…!!

Bhushan contended that the five-member committee formed for the crash investigation includes three DGCA officials. However, since the DGCA's role itself may come under scrutiny in the probe, this creates a conflict of interest. Therefore, an impartial investigation by this committee is not possible, he opined.Veirdo® 100% Pure Cotton Regular Fit Half Sleeve Solid Core Round Neck Multicolor T-Shirt Combo for Men (Pack of 3)