Air India plane crash: Vijay Rupani’s family finds it difficult to cope with the loss

Rushabh Rupani, son of the former Chief Minister of Gujarat, said that it is a sad time for them, as well as for the 270 families.

The Air India plane crash spread a wave of grief across the nation on Thursday, June 12, when it killed over 250 people in the tragic incident. Among the victims was also Vijay Rupani, the former Chief Minister of Gujarat. The family of the minister who died in the crash has expressed deep sorrow on his passing and is finding it difficult to cope with his death.

Vijay Rupani’s family is in deep sorrow.

The family of the BJP leader said that they are finding it “extremely difficult” to come to terms with the former’s tragic death. His son Rushabh Rupani said, “This is a sad time not just for our family but also for the other 270 families. I thank the Police, Aarogya staff, Civil Defence, Fire Services and RSS workers for their rescue efforts during this incident, which are praiseworthy. I also express gratitude to PM Modi, CM Bhupendra Patel and other leaders for supporting and standing with not just our family but also all other families.”

“My father touched many lives.”

Rushabh added, “My father touched many lives during the 50-55 years of his political life. Today, all those people are standing by us. Many party workers from Punjab are also coming here to express their condolences.” Son-in-law of late BJP leader Vijay Rupani told ANI, “These are extremely tragic times, not just for us but for everyone who has lost a loved one. We are finding it extremely difficult these days. We are expressing overwhelming grief and agony. I would like to thank all those who have supported us.”

Mishra added, “We, as a family, would like to mention that we are thinking of each person who has lost a loved one and would like to share your pain and grief. I would like to thank the Prime Minister, the Home Minister, the CM, and state officials who have shared our pain.” Shailesh Mandalia, Rupani’s secretary, broke down on camera while remembering him.